Functional Modeling of Perspectives on the Example of Electric Energy Systems

The integration of energy systems is a proven approach to gain higher overall energy efficiency. Invariably, this integration will come with increasing technical complexity through the diversification of energy resources and their functionality. With the integration of more fluctuating renewable energies higher system flexibility will also be necessary.

One of the challenges ahead is the design of control architecture to enable the flexibility and to handle the diversity. This paper presents an approach to model heterogeneous energy systems and their control on the basis of purpose and functions which enables a reflection on system integration requirements independent of particular technologies.

The results are illustrated on examples related to electric energy systems.