Abstract: A micro-grid controller comprises a sampling unit, a processor and an input and output unit. The processor generates a micro-grid operation control command based upon the system operational parameters detected by the sampling unit. Through the input and output unit, the micro-grid controller is able to disconnect the micro-grid system from a main grid system by turning off a switch coupled between the micro-grid system and the main grid system.

Abstract: A central controller of a micro-grid system is configured to receive the operational parameters of the main grid system and the micro-grid system, update a power generation plan of the micro-grid system based upon the operational parameters of the micro-grid system, wherein the power generation plan is formulated such that power outputs of the micro-grid system approximately match loads of the micro-grid system. Furthermore, the central controller forwards the power generation plan to the plurality of local controllers coupled to the micro-grid system so that the micro-grid system is able to have a seamless transition from a grid-connected mode to a grid-disconnected mode.