Modelling and Optimization of an Off-Grid Hybrid Power System for Supplying Unmanned Offshore Installations in Eastern Malaysia

In this project, investigation about the potential utilization of hybrid power system in the Malaysian offshore environment is examined. An unmanned offshore installation was selected for the study. The solar and wind energy potentials in Malaysia were investigated and the feasibility study of the project was proved by using meteorological data from the project location at Southeast China Sea. In addition to that, the installation power demand was estimated based on the load profile from Cutter Platform, World first unmanned offshore platform to be operated totally by renewable energy in the North Sea. Moreover, a hybrid power system topology was proposed to supply the loads on-board the offshore installation.