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This paper describes an undergraduate or graduate level student project that involves the design of an energy-efficient standalone distributed generation system integrating existing fossil fuel based energy sources with renewable energy sources and smart grid technologies for off-grid communities. One such application is the development of stand-alone electric power sources for Native American villages...
In rural areas kerosene or wax is still the main energy source for domestic illuminating purpose. Use of electricity is limited mainly to urban areas due to high prices, shortages, uncertain supply, and difficult distribution of the energy sources especially in remote areas. Introduction of fuel-efficient lamps using plant oils can significantly reduce the kerosene consumption. Plant oils, as being...
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