Abstract: An auxiliary electrical power system for providing auxiliary power to an electrical power distribution system containing a plurality of loads and a plurality of primary power sources, wherein each of the primary power sources is electrically connected to one or more of the plurality of loads. In one embodiment, the auxiliary electrical power system includes a generator electrically connected to the plurality of loads. A plurality of power converters are electrically connected between the generator and corresponding respective ones of the plurality of loads. Other embodiments of the auxiliary electrical power system have multiple generators electrically connected to ones of the plurality of loads via corresponding power converters. Methods of implementing an auxiliary electrical power system are also disclosed, as is an arrangement for increasing the reliability of power to a load through a connection with a parallel utility.

Abstract: A system for providing auxiliary electrical power is provided. The system includes a plurality of loads and a plurality of power sources, each providing electrical power to one or more of the plurality of loads. At least one generator is electrically connected to the plurality of loads. Also, a plurality of power converters, each of the plurality of power converters being electrically connected between the at least one generator and one of the plurality of loads. An arrangement is also provided for increasing the reliability of power to a load through a connection with a parallel utility network.