However, what started as a wind-energy test center is still evolving and broadening its reach. The university is working to develop what could be the world's first virtual test bed for wind-turbine drivetrains, which would enable manufacturers to evaluate designs as a precursor to physical testing.
Arguably more significant is the school's pending creation of a solar-array simulator, which eventually will be integrated with the existing grid simulator, so manufacturers can study how best to deploy their equipment and how that equipment might affect the grid.
Says Rigas, "We're pretty excited."
Project Team
Submitted by Choate Construction Co.
Owner Clemson University Restoration Institute
Lead Design Firm AEC Engineering
General Contractor Choate Construction Co.
Architect, MEP Engineer Davis & Floyd
