Enhancing energy system control and interoperability for Vortex’s iBMS
Advancing intelligent energy management through enhanced automation, system integration, and operational decision-making tools
Dushyant Puri, Rishabh Bhatia, Sabiha Begum Mohamad Ghouse, SMART Centre
About Vortex
Vortex develops intelligent energy management technologies that help organizations monitor, optimize, and control energy storage and charging systems.
The challenge
Vortex sought to enhance its intelligent battery management system (iBMS) with new automation capabilities and improved interoperability, enabling more efficient energy management and better integration with external systems.
Approach
- Developed automated charger control functionality
- Implemented a cost-aware charging scheduler to support energy planning
- Created tools to support energy storage optimization and operational analysis
- Enhanced system interoperability through secure third-party integration capabilities
- Conducted testing, verification, documentation, and knowledge transfer activities
Results
- Delivered a working prototype with enhanced automation and control features
- Improved integration with energy management and external monitoring systems
- Developed user-friendly tools to support operational decision-making
- Provided comprehensive documentation, testing, and training materials
- Established a foundation for future platform enhancements and expansion
Why it matters
This project helps Vortex strengthen its intelligent energy management platform and prepare for future growth. The work supports:
- More efficient energy system operation and management
- Improved interoperability with external platforms and stakeholders
- Better visibility into energy performance and decision-making
- Future integration of advanced analytics and AI-driven capabilities
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We acknowledge the support of the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC).
