Supply of Bidirectional Power Supply to University of Strathclyde
University of Strathclyde · Awarded contract
AwardedSupply of Bidirectional Power Supply to University of Strathclyde
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AwardedNot specified
Value£54,254.00
SupplierCaltest Instruments Ltd
RegionScotland
CategoryResearch & Development
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University of Strathclyde awarded a contract to Caltest Instruments Ltd for the supply of a bidirectional power supply intended for use in the construction of an experimental microgrid to enable testing of power systems (e.g.
HVDC, aircraft, etc.) capable of bidirectional power transfer under a range of operating conditions.
The contract value was £54,254.
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Supply of Bidirectional Power Supply to University of Strathclyde
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