Jules_Electronics86
New Member
Hi, I am looking at a circuit for monitoring the frequency of the mains electricity grid in the UK - 220V 50Hz. I've read that if the grid is under load, the frequency will decrease as the generators effectively slow down. Then they will speed up when there is less load on the grid. My question is will this be a local effect near the load (or generator) or will this be 'seen' on the whole grid (instantaneously?)
My basic idea is to charge batteries / use electricity to air condition (heat/cool) when the frequency is above 50Hz (indicating a surplus) and either stop charging or push electricity back onto the grid when the frequency is below 50Hz. Is this the basis of 'smart appliances' - they monitor the frequency and adjust their consumption accordingly?
Thanks,
Jules
My basic idea is to charge batteries / use electricity to air condition (heat/cool) when the frequency is above 50Hz (indicating a surplus) and either stop charging or push electricity back onto the grid when the frequency is below 50Hz. Is this the basis of 'smart appliances' - they monitor the frequency and adjust their consumption accordingly?
Thanks,
Jules