Zitara

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www.zitara.com

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Enhancing Battery Energy Storage System Performance with Advanced AI

Zitara Technologies specializes in optimizing battery energy storage systems (BESS) for critical stakeholders including utilities, independent power producers (IPPs), and operators. The company delivers real-time, on-premise software solutions designed to accurately determine the true available energy within battery storage assets, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and unlocking up to 15% additional capacity. Zitara addresses pervasive industry challenges such as the inherent complexities of battery technology, the progressive degradation and inaccuracies of conventional onboard battery management systems (BMS), and the prevention of costly, avoidable system shutdowns.

Through an advanced methodology, Zitara conducts in-depth analysis and characterization of specific battery cell models, meticulously considering factors like age, chemistry, and the precise location of each cell within the battery system. Leveraging predictive modeling in conjunction with existing system sensors, Zitara's algorithms precisely calculate the exact amount of energy dispatchable at any given moment. This empowers operators to make highly strategic decisions for profitable operations, facilitates continuous cell balancing to maximize asset capacity, and proactively identifies risks before they escalate into catastrophic incidents via dynamic safety limits and comprehensive service alerts. Zitara's software integrates seamlessly with existing BMS, delivers precise data and actionable alerts, and offers unparalleled interoperability across diverse OEM systems, thereby simplifying procurement processes and ensuring long-term, reliable system operation without the necessity of an extensive in-house team of battery experts.

Zitara's product suite includes three core offerings: Zitara Power, an on-premise algorithm that monitors cell-level raw data inputs to generate accurate real-time control signals such as State of Power, State of Energy, and State of Charge; Zitara Balance, another on-premise algorithm that processes cell-level data to provide real-time balance/imbalance signals at the rack level, optimizing balancing activities and minimizing downtime; and Zitara Insight, a dedicated service that analyzes historical production data to identify the root causes of control signal errors, imbalances, and safety issues, delivering actionable reports for revenue optimization and confident vendor engagement. Additionally, Zitara Live operates directly on BESS, continuously monitoring sensor signals to provide immediate, actionable insights for daily operations independent of network connectivity.

Locations

• San Francisco, California