This document compares the performance of an artificial neural network trained with genetic algorithm (ANN-GA) data and a fuzzy logic controller for maximum power point tracking (MPPT) in a grid-connected photovoltaic system. The ANN-GA method uses a genetic algorithm to optimize training data for an artificial neural network controller. Simulation results in Matlab/Simulink show that the ANN-GA controller produces power with fewer fluctuations around the maximum power point and extra power compared to the fuzzy logic controller under different irradiance and temperature conditions. The ANN-GA method also regulates the PV output power well with the grid-connected inverter.
Improvement of grid connected photovoltaic system using artificial neural net...ijscmcj
Photovoltaic (PV) systems have one of the highest potentials and operating ways for generating electrical power by converting solar irradiation directly into the electrical energy. In order to control maximum output power, using maximum power point tracking (MPPT) system is highly recommended. This paper simulates and controls the photovoltaic source by using artificial neural network (ANN) and genetic algorithm (GA) controller. Also, for tracking the maximum point the ANN and GA are used. Data are optimized by GA and then these optimum values are used in neural network training. The simulation results are presented by using Matlab/Simulink and show that the neural network-GA controller of grid-connected mode can meet the need of load easily and have fewer fluctuations around the maximum power point, also it can increase convergence speed to achieve the maximum power point (MPP) rather than conventional method. Moreover, to control both line voltage and current, a grid side p-q controller has been applied.
Simulation of Optimal Control Strategy for a Solar Photovoltaic Power Systemijtsrd
This paper proposes a single stage PV system based on a linear quadratic regulator LQR . The system makes use of a single phase power converter connected to the grid connected system through an LCL filter. The PandO algorithm is used to generate the reference signal for the fluctuating dc bus voltage as well as to extract the maximum power from the solar panels. The proposed work has been carried out in MATLAB, and the results are presented. C. B. Sree Hara Vamsi | B. Kumar Reddy "Simulation of Optimal Control Strategy for a Solar Photovoltaic Power System" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-4 | Issue-1 , December 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd29786.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/engineering/electronics-and-communication-engineering/29786/simulation-of-optimal-control-strategy-for-a-solar-photovoltaic-power-system/c-b-sree-hara-vamsi
Enhancement of On-grid PV System under Irradiance and Temperature Variations ...IJECEIAES
Solar Energy is one of the key solutions to future electrical power generation. Photovoltaic Plants (PV) are fast growing to satisfy electrical power demand. Different maximum power point tracking techniques (MPPT) are used to maximize PV systems generated power. In this paper, on grid PV system model in MATLAB SIMULINK is tested under sudden irradiance and cell temperature variations. Incremental Conductance MPPT is used to maximize generated power from the PV system with the help of new adaptive controller to withstand these heavy disturbances. The new adaptive controller is tuned for optimal operation using two different optimization techniques (Invasive weed and Harmony search).Optimization results for the two techniques are compared. .A robustness test is made to check system stability to withstand different random irradiance and cell temperature patterns without failure to track the maximum power point. Finally, a brief comparison is made with a previous literature and the new adaptive controller gives better results.
A Simple Control Strategy for Boost Converter Based Wind and Solar Hybrid Ene...IJRES Journal
This paper deals about the improvement of output from hybrid (Wind and PV) system through the maximum power point technique (MPPT). Though various power tracking techniques are available, Constant Voltage method is simple and effective way to track the maximum power. In this method output voltage is compared with the maximum voltage and based on the comparison gate signal is generated to the boost converter switch. Two boost converters are used individually for PV and Wind system. The whole system is modeled by using the Matlab/Simulink Model.
Several algorithms have been offered to track the Maximum Power Point when we have one maximum power point. Moreover, fuzzy control and neural was utilized to track the Maximum Power Point when we have multi-peaks power points. In this paper, we will propose an improved Maximum Power Point tracking method for the photovoltaic system utilizing a modified PSO algorithm. The main advantage of the method is the decreasing of the steady state oscillation (to practically zero) once the Maximum Power Point is located. moreover, the proposed method has the ability to track the Maximum Power Point for the extreme environmental condition that cause the presence of maximum multi-power points, for example, partial shading condition and large fluctuations of insolation. To evaluate the effectiveness of the proposed method, MATLAB simulations are carried out under very challenging circumstance, namely step changes in irradiance, step changes in load, and partial shading of the Photovoltaic array. Finally, its performance is compared with the perturbation and observation” and fuzzy logic results for the single peak, and the neural-fuzzy control results for the multi-peaks.
Improvement of grid connected photovoltaic system using artificial neural net...ijscmcj
Photovoltaic (PV) systems have one of the highest potentials and operating ways for generating electrical power by converting solar irradiation directly into the electrical energy. In order to control maximum output power, using maximum power point tracking (MPPT) system is highly recommended. This paper simulates and controls the photovoltaic source by using artificial neural network (ANN) and genetic algorithm (GA) controller. Also, for tracking the maximum point the ANN and GA are used. Data are optimized by GA and then these optimum values are used in neural network training. The simulation results are presented by using Matlab/Simulink and show that the neural network-GA controller of grid-connected mode can meet the need of load easily and have fewer fluctuations around the maximum power point, also it can increase convergence speed to achieve the maximum power point (MPP) rather than conventional method. Moreover, to control both line voltage and current, a grid side p-q controller has been applied.
Simulation of Optimal Control Strategy for a Solar Photovoltaic Power Systemijtsrd
This paper proposes a single stage PV system based on a linear quadratic regulator LQR . The system makes use of a single phase power converter connected to the grid connected system through an LCL filter. The PandO algorithm is used to generate the reference signal for the fluctuating dc bus voltage as well as to extract the maximum power from the solar panels. The proposed work has been carried out in MATLAB, and the results are presented. C. B. Sree Hara Vamsi | B. Kumar Reddy "Simulation of Optimal Control Strategy for a Solar Photovoltaic Power System" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-4 | Issue-1 , December 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd29786.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/engineering/electronics-and-communication-engineering/29786/simulation-of-optimal-control-strategy-for-a-solar-photovoltaic-power-system/c-b-sree-hara-vamsi
Enhancement of On-grid PV System under Irradiance and Temperature Variations ...IJECEIAES
Solar Energy is one of the key solutions to future electrical power generation. Photovoltaic Plants (PV) are fast growing to satisfy electrical power demand. Different maximum power point tracking techniques (MPPT) are used to maximize PV systems generated power. In this paper, on grid PV system model in MATLAB SIMULINK is tested under sudden irradiance and cell temperature variations. Incremental Conductance MPPT is used to maximize generated power from the PV system with the help of new adaptive controller to withstand these heavy disturbances. The new adaptive controller is tuned for optimal operation using two different optimization techniques (Invasive weed and Harmony search).Optimization results for the two techniques are compared. .A robustness test is made to check system stability to withstand different random irradiance and cell temperature patterns without failure to track the maximum power point. Finally, a brief comparison is made with a previous literature and the new adaptive controller gives better results.
A Simple Control Strategy for Boost Converter Based Wind and Solar Hybrid Ene...IJRES Journal
This paper deals about the improvement of output from hybrid (Wind and PV) system through the maximum power point technique (MPPT). Though various power tracking techniques are available, Constant Voltage method is simple and effective way to track the maximum power. In this method output voltage is compared with the maximum voltage and based on the comparison gate signal is generated to the boost converter switch. Two boost converters are used individually for PV and Wind system. The whole system is modeled by using the Matlab/Simulink Model.
Several algorithms have been offered to track the Maximum Power Point when we have one maximum power point. Moreover, fuzzy control and neural was utilized to track the Maximum Power Point when we have multi-peaks power points. In this paper, we will propose an improved Maximum Power Point tracking method for the photovoltaic system utilizing a modified PSO algorithm. The main advantage of the method is the decreasing of the steady state oscillation (to practically zero) once the Maximum Power Point is located. moreover, the proposed method has the ability to track the Maximum Power Point for the extreme environmental condition that cause the presence of maximum multi-power points, for example, partial shading condition and large fluctuations of insolation. To evaluate the effectiveness of the proposed method, MATLAB simulations are carried out under very challenging circumstance, namely step changes in irradiance, step changes in load, and partial shading of the Photovoltaic array. Finally, its performance is compared with the perturbation and observation” and fuzzy logic results for the single peak, and the neural-fuzzy control results for the multi-peaks.
Maximum power point tracking (MPPT) algorithms are employed in photovoltaic (PV) systems to make full utilization of PV array output power, which have a complex relationship between ambient temperature and solar irradiation. The power-voltage characteristic of PV array operating under partial shading conditions (PSC) exhibits multiple local maximum power points (LMPP). In this paper, an advanced algorithm has been presented to track the global maximum power point (GMPP) of PV. Compared with the Perturb and Observe (P&O) techniques, the algorithm proposed the advantages of determining the location of GMPP whether partial shading is present.
Maximum Power Point Tracking Method for Single Phase Grid Connected PV System...Ali Mahmood
Ordinary technique fail to ensure successful tracking of the maximum power point under partial shading conditions (PSC). This performs in significant reduction in the power generated as well as the reliability of the photovoltaic energy production system. For the effective utilization of solar panel under partial shading condition (PSC), maximum power point tracking method (MPPT) is required.
This paper addresses the problem of controlling three-phase grid connected PV system involving a PV arrays, a voltage source inverter, a grid filter and an electric grid. This paper presents three main control objectives: i) ensuring the Maximum power point tracking (MPPT) in the side of PV panels, ii) guaranteeing a power factor unit in the side of the grid, iii) and ensuring the asymptotic stability of the closed loop system. Interestingly, the present study features the achievement of the above energetic goal without resorting to sensors of currents of the grid. To this end, an output-feedback control strategy combining a state observer and a nonlinear control laws is developed. The proposed output-feedback control strategy is backed by a formal analysis showing that all control objectives are actually achieved.
Maximum Power Point Tracking of PV Arrays using Different TechniquesIJERA Editor
The increasing demand for electricity and depleting fossil fuels made the solar Photovoltaic (PV) systems to be a better alternative for the future power requirements. The fact that the output of the PV system is dependent upon the solar irradiance and temperature demands a means to maximize the output of the PV system by continuously tracking the maximum power point(MPP) under changing atmospheric conditions. This paper presents the design and implementation of various techniques like perturb and observe (P&O) method, incremental conductance method, constant current method and constant voltage method. The performance of the techniques have been analyzed through simulation
Design of Hybrid Solar Wind Energy System in a Microgrid with MPPT Techniques IJECEIAES
DC Microgrid is one feasible and effective solution to integrate renewable energy sources as well as to supply electricity. This paper proposes a DC microgrid with enhanced Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) techniques for wind and solar energy systems. In this paper, the PV system power generation is enhanced by introducing a two-model MPPT technique that combines incremental conductance and constant voltage MPPT algorithms. Also, for the Wind Energy Conversion System (WECS) with pitch angle controlling technique, an Optimal Power Control MPPT technique is added. The Space Vector Pulse Width Modulation technique is introduced on grid side converter to improve the supply to the grid. The performance of proposed system is analyzed and the efficiency obtained with these methods is enhanced as compared with the previous methods.
Fuzzy logic based MPPT technique for a single phase Grid connected PV system ...THOKALA SOWMYA
In the proposed paper power generation from photovoltaic array is used to connect the grid. DFCM
Inverter control with PSPWM technique is used in order to control active and reactive power injected into grid. FLC
MPPT technique is proposed for maximum power point tracking and is compared with Constant voltage MPPT
technique. The simulation results of proposed system and Constant voltage MPPT technique are compared by using
MATLAB/SIMULINK software.
Comparison between neural network and P&O method in optimizing MPPT control f...IJECEIAES
The demand for renewable energy has increased because it is considered a clean energy and does not result in any pollution or emission of toxic gases that negatively affect the environment and human health also requiring little maintenance, and emitting no noise, so it is necessary to develop this type of energy and increase its production capacity. In this research a design of maximum power point tracking (MPPT) control method using Neural Network (NN) for photovoltaic system is presented. First we design a standalone PV system linked to dc boost chopper with MPPT by perturbation and observation P&O technique, and then a design of MPPT by using ANN for the same system is presented. Comparative between two control methods are studied. The results explained in constant and adjustable weather settings such as irradiation and temperature. The results exposed that the proposed MPPT by ANN control can improve the PV array efficiency by reduce the oscillation around the MPP that accure in P&O method and so decreases the power losses. As well as decrease the the overshot that accure in transient response, and hence improving the performance of the solar cell.
Tracking of Maximum Power from Wind Using Fuzzy Logic Controller Based On PMSGIJMER
Wind energy has gained a growing worldwide interest due to the nonstop rise in fuel cost.
The main aim of the wind-energy system is to extract the maximum power present in the wind stream. In
order to extract the highest power, the maximum power point tracking (MPPT) algorithm is used. This
paper proposes the fuzzy logic MPPT controller to track the maximum power from the wind generation
system. The maximum power is achieved based on the rotor speed of the wind system which consists of
wind turbine and PMSG. The error and change in error is given as input to the fuzzy logic and its output
is connected to the boost converter. The voltage from the dc link is controlled by the Voltage Source
Inverter (VSI), and it is placed in grid side converter control. The proposed system is designed and
evaluated in MATLAB/SIMULINK. Simulation results show the good dynamic performance of the
proposed system
Improving efficiency of Photovoltaic System with Neural Network Based MPPT Co...IJMER
International Journal of Modern Engineering Research (IJMER) is Peer reviewed, online Journal. It serves as an international archival forum of scholarly research related to engineering and science education.
In this paper, an optimization of PV grid connected system is investigated. This is achieved by considering the application of artificial intelligence in the DC side to realize maximal power extraction, and using a sine-band hysteresis control in the AC side of the system, to generate a sine current/voltage suitable for grid connection IEEE929-2000 standards. The overall system has been simulated taking into account environmental effects and standards constraints in order to achieve best performance. The choice of sine band hysteresis control was selected considering its implementation simplicity. The algorithm runs fast on a low-cost microcontroller allowing to avoid any delay that can cause a phase shift in the system. An experimental setup has been realized for tests and validation purposes. Both simulation and experimental results lead to satisfactory results which are conform to the IEEE929-2000 standards.
Load frequency control of a two area hybrid system consisting of a grid conne...eSAT Publishing House
IJRET : International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology is an international peer reviewed, online journal published by eSAT Publishing House for the enhancement of research in various disciplines of Engineering and Technology. The aim and scope of the journal is to provide an academic medium and an important reference for the advancement and dissemination of research results that support high-level learning, teaching and research in the fields of Engineering and Technology. We bring together Scientists, Academician, Field Engineers, Scholars and Students of related fields of Engineering and Technology.
Modelling of fuzzy logic controller for variable step mppt in photovoltaic sy...eSAT Journals
Abstract
The output power of photovoltaic electrical systems is highly dynamic and non-linear in nature. In order to extract maximum power
from such systems, maximum power point tracking (MPPT) technique is required. MPPT techniques with variable step-size of
perturbation track the maximum power point (MPP) with more efficiency. In this paper, a model of a fuzzy logic controller (FLC) for
determining the step-size of perturbation in duty-cycle of a photovoltaic electrical system to track MPP is presented. The model is
simulated in MATLAB/Simulink®.
Keywords: Maximum power point tracking, perturb and observe, boost converter, fuzzy logic control, membership
function, crisp universe, centre of area, pulse width modulation
Maximum power point tracking (MPPT) algorithms are employed in photovoltaic (PV) systems to make full utilization of PV array output power, which have a complex relationship between ambient temperature and solar irradiation. The power-voltage characteristic of PV array operating under partial shading conditions (PSC) exhibits multiple local maximum power points (LMPP). In this paper, an advanced algorithm has been presented to track the global maximum power point (GMPP) of PV. Compared with the Perturb and Observe (P&O) techniques, the algorithm proposed the advantages of determining the location of GMPP whether partial shading is present.
Maximum Power Point Tracking Method for Single Phase Grid Connected PV System...Ali Mahmood
Ordinary technique fail to ensure successful tracking of the maximum power point under partial shading conditions (PSC). This performs in significant reduction in the power generated as well as the reliability of the photovoltaic energy production system. For the effective utilization of solar panel under partial shading condition (PSC), maximum power point tracking method (MPPT) is required.
This paper addresses the problem of controlling three-phase grid connected PV system involving a PV arrays, a voltage source inverter, a grid filter and an electric grid. This paper presents three main control objectives: i) ensuring the Maximum power point tracking (MPPT) in the side of PV panels, ii) guaranteeing a power factor unit in the side of the grid, iii) and ensuring the asymptotic stability of the closed loop system. Interestingly, the present study features the achievement of the above energetic goal without resorting to sensors of currents of the grid. To this end, an output-feedback control strategy combining a state observer and a nonlinear control laws is developed. The proposed output-feedback control strategy is backed by a formal analysis showing that all control objectives are actually achieved.
Maximum Power Point Tracking of PV Arrays using Different TechniquesIJERA Editor
The increasing demand for electricity and depleting fossil fuels made the solar Photovoltaic (PV) systems to be a better alternative for the future power requirements. The fact that the output of the PV system is dependent upon the solar irradiance and temperature demands a means to maximize the output of the PV system by continuously tracking the maximum power point(MPP) under changing atmospheric conditions. This paper presents the design and implementation of various techniques like perturb and observe (P&O) method, incremental conductance method, constant current method and constant voltage method. The performance of the techniques have been analyzed through simulation
Design of Hybrid Solar Wind Energy System in a Microgrid with MPPT Techniques IJECEIAES
DC Microgrid is one feasible and effective solution to integrate renewable energy sources as well as to supply electricity. This paper proposes a DC microgrid with enhanced Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) techniques for wind and solar energy systems. In this paper, the PV system power generation is enhanced by introducing a two-model MPPT technique that combines incremental conductance and constant voltage MPPT algorithms. Also, for the Wind Energy Conversion System (WECS) with pitch angle controlling technique, an Optimal Power Control MPPT technique is added. The Space Vector Pulse Width Modulation technique is introduced on grid side converter to improve the supply to the grid. The performance of proposed system is analyzed and the efficiency obtained with these methods is enhanced as compared with the previous methods.
Fuzzy logic based MPPT technique for a single phase Grid connected PV system ...THOKALA SOWMYA
In the proposed paper power generation from photovoltaic array is used to connect the grid. DFCM
Inverter control with PSPWM technique is used in order to control active and reactive power injected into grid. FLC
MPPT technique is proposed for maximum power point tracking and is compared with Constant voltage MPPT
technique. The simulation results of proposed system and Constant voltage MPPT technique are compared by using
MATLAB/SIMULINK software.
Comparison between neural network and P&O method in optimizing MPPT control f...IJECEIAES
The demand for renewable energy has increased because it is considered a clean energy and does not result in any pollution or emission of toxic gases that negatively affect the environment and human health also requiring little maintenance, and emitting no noise, so it is necessary to develop this type of energy and increase its production capacity. In this research a design of maximum power point tracking (MPPT) control method using Neural Network (NN) for photovoltaic system is presented. First we design a standalone PV system linked to dc boost chopper with MPPT by perturbation and observation P&O technique, and then a design of MPPT by using ANN for the same system is presented. Comparative between two control methods are studied. The results explained in constant and adjustable weather settings such as irradiation and temperature. The results exposed that the proposed MPPT by ANN control can improve the PV array efficiency by reduce the oscillation around the MPP that accure in P&O method and so decreases the power losses. As well as decrease the the overshot that accure in transient response, and hence improving the performance of the solar cell.
Tracking of Maximum Power from Wind Using Fuzzy Logic Controller Based On PMSGIJMER
Wind energy has gained a growing worldwide interest due to the nonstop rise in fuel cost.
The main aim of the wind-energy system is to extract the maximum power present in the wind stream. In
order to extract the highest power, the maximum power point tracking (MPPT) algorithm is used. This
paper proposes the fuzzy logic MPPT controller to track the maximum power from the wind generation
system. The maximum power is achieved based on the rotor speed of the wind system which consists of
wind turbine and PMSG. The error and change in error is given as input to the fuzzy logic and its output
is connected to the boost converter. The voltage from the dc link is controlled by the Voltage Source
Inverter (VSI), and it is placed in grid side converter control. The proposed system is designed and
evaluated in MATLAB/SIMULINK. Simulation results show the good dynamic performance of the
proposed system
Improving efficiency of Photovoltaic System with Neural Network Based MPPT Co...IJMER
International Journal of Modern Engineering Research (IJMER) is Peer reviewed, online Journal. It serves as an international archival forum of scholarly research related to engineering and science education.
In this paper, an optimization of PV grid connected system is investigated. This is achieved by considering the application of artificial intelligence in the DC side to realize maximal power extraction, and using a sine-band hysteresis control in the AC side of the system, to generate a sine current/voltage suitable for grid connection IEEE929-2000 standards. The overall system has been simulated taking into account environmental effects and standards constraints in order to achieve best performance. The choice of sine band hysteresis control was selected considering its implementation simplicity. The algorithm runs fast on a low-cost microcontroller allowing to avoid any delay that can cause a phase shift in the system. An experimental setup has been realized for tests and validation purposes. Both simulation and experimental results lead to satisfactory results which are conform to the IEEE929-2000 standards.
Load frequency control of a two area hybrid system consisting of a grid conne...eSAT Publishing House
IJRET : International Journal of Research in Engineering and Technology is an international peer reviewed, online journal published by eSAT Publishing House for the enhancement of research in various disciplines of Engineering and Technology. The aim and scope of the journal is to provide an academic medium and an important reference for the advancement and dissemination of research results that support high-level learning, teaching and research in the fields of Engineering and Technology. We bring together Scientists, Academician, Field Engineers, Scholars and Students of related fields of Engineering and Technology.
Modelling of fuzzy logic controller for variable step mppt in photovoltaic sy...eSAT Journals
Abstract
The output power of photovoltaic electrical systems is highly dynamic and non-linear in nature. In order to extract maximum power
from such systems, maximum power point tracking (MPPT) technique is required. MPPT techniques with variable step-size of
perturbation track the maximum power point (MPP) with more efficiency. In this paper, a model of a fuzzy logic controller (FLC) for
determining the step-size of perturbation in duty-cycle of a photovoltaic electrical system to track MPP is presented. The model is
simulated in MATLAB/Simulink®.
Keywords: Maximum power point tracking, perturb and observe, boost converter, fuzzy logic control, membership
function, crisp universe, centre of area, pulse width modulation
ANFIS used as a Maximum Power Point Tracking Algorithmfor a Photovoltaic Syst...IJECEIAES
Photovoltaic (PV) modules play an important role in modern distribution networks; however, from the beginning, PV modules have mostly been used in order to produce clean, green energy and to make a profit. Working effectively during the day, PV systems tend to achieve a maximum power point accomplished by inverters with built-in Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) algorithms. This paper presents an Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS), as a method for predicting an MPP based on data on solar exposure and the surrounding temperature. The advantages of the proposed method are a fast response, non-invasive sampling, total harmonic distortion reduction, more efficient usage of PV modules and a simple training of the ANFIS algorithm. To demonstrate the effectiveness and accuracy of the ANFIS in relation to the MPPT algorithm, a practical sample case of 10 kW PV system and its measurements are used as a model for simulation. Modelling and simulations are performed using all available components provided by technical data. The results obtained from the simulations point to the more efficient usage of the ANFIS model proposed as an MPPT algorithm for PV modules in comparison to other existing methods.
An Experimental Study of P&O MPPT Control for Photovoltaic SystemsIJPEDS-IAES
Tracking the maximum power point plays an important role for the optimization of the solar energy. The objective here is to study experimentally optimizing photovoltaic (PV) systems connected to a DC-DC converter (Boost) and a resistive load. For this, tests were conducted to determine the law of open loop control (power versus the duty cycle) for different solar irradiance values and load with an approximately constant cell temperature. The obtained results showed that the power passes through a maximum point. In order to extract the maximum power, for different values of solar irradiance and load, an MPPT control "Perturb and Observe" P & O has been implemented on a DSPACE 1104. The experimental results showed the performance of the method suggested.
In photovoltaic (PV) systems, maximum power point tracking (MPPT) techniques are used to track the maximum power from the PV array under the change in irradiance and temperature conditions. The perturb and observe (P&O) is one of the most widely used MPPT techniques in recent times due to its simple implementation and improved performance. However, the P&O has limitations such as oscillation around the MPP during which time the P&O algorithm will become confused due to rapidly changing atmospheric conditions. To overcome the above limitation, this paper uses the fuzzy logic controller (FLC) to track the maximum power from the PV system under different irradiance, integrates it with a DC-DC boost converter as a tracker. The result of the FLC performance is compared with the traditional P&O method and shows the MPPT algorithm based on FLC ensures continuous tracking of the maximum power within a short period compared with the traditional P&O method. Besides that, the proposed method (FLC) has a faster dynamic response and low oscillations at the operating point around the MPP under steady-state conditions and dynamic change in irradiance.
Modeling and Simulation of Fuzzy Logic based Maximum Power Point Tracking (MP...IJECEIAES
This paper presents modeling and simulation of maximum power point tracking (MPPT) used in solar PV power systems. The Fuzzy logic algorithm is used to minimize the error between the actual power and the estimated maximum power. The simulation model was developed and tested to investigate the effectiveness of the proposed MPPT controller. MATLAB Simulink was employed for simulation studies. The proposed system was simulated and tested successfully on a photovoltaic solar panel model. The Fuzzy logic algorithm succesfully tracking the MPPs and performs precise control under rapidly changing atmospheric conditions. Simulation results indicate the feasibility and improved functionality of the system.
The purpose of this article is to extract the maximum power point at which the photovoltaic system can operate optimally. The system considered is simulated under different irradiations (between 200 W/m2 and 1000 W/m2), it mainly includes the established models of solar PV and MPPT module, a DC/DC boost converter and a DC/AC converter. The most common MPPT techniques that will be studied are: "Perturbation and Observation" (P&O) method, "Incremental Conductance" (INC) method, and "Fuzzy Logic" (FL) control. Simulation results obtained using MATLAB/Simulink are analyzed and compared to evaluate the performance of each of the three techniques.
A Technique for Shunt Active Filter meld micro grid SystemIJERA Editor
The proposed system presents a control technique for a micro grid connected hybrid generation system ith case study interfaced with a three phase shunt active filter to suppress the current harmonics and reactive power present in the load using PQ Theory with ANN controller. This Hybrid Micro Grid is developed using freely renewable energy resources like Solar Photovoltaic (SPV) and Wind Energy (WE). To extract the maximum available power from PV panels and wind turbines, Maximum power point Tracker (MPPT) has been included. This MPPT uses the “Standard Perturbs and Observe” technique. By using PQ Theory with ANN Controller, the Reference currents are generated which are to be injected by Shunt active power filter (SAPF)to compensate the current harmonics in the non linear load. Simulation studies shows that the proposed control technique performs non-linear load current harmonic compensation maintaining the load current in phase with the source voltage.
A Discrete PLL Based Load Frequency Control of FLC-Based PV-Wind Hybrid Power...IAES-IJPEDS
The sun and wind-based generation are considered to besource of green
power generation which can mitigate the power demand issues. As solar and
wind power advancements are entrenched and the infiltration of these
Renewable Energy Sources (RES) into to network is expanding dynamically.
So, as to outline a legitimate control and to harness power from RES the
learning of natural conditions for a specific area is fundamental. Fuzzy Logic
Controller (FLC) based Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) controlled
boost converter are utilized for viable operation and to keep DC voltage
steady at desired level. The control scheme of the inverter is intended to keep
the load voltage and frequency of the AC supply at aconstant level regardless
of progress in natural conditions and burden. A Simulink model of the
proposed Hybrid system with the MPPT controlled Boost converters
and Voltage regulated Inverter for stand-alone application is developed in
MATLAB R2015a, Version 8.5.0. The ongoing information of Wind Speed
and Solar Irradiation levels are recorded at BITS-Pilani, Hyderabad Campus
the performance of the voltage regulated inverter under constant and varying
linearAC load is analyzed. The investigation shows that the magnitude of
load voltage and frequency of the load voltage is maintained at desired level
by the proposed inverter control logic.
We introduce in this paper a new FPGA-based Maximum Power Tracker for photovoltaic systems. The developed approach targets to modify the perturb and observe in view of reaching rapid tracking and achieving excellent accuracy, while keeping the stability performance and the reduced complexity. To perform this improvement, an automatic and smart two steps switcher is integrated, in addition inputs FIR filters are incorporated. Therefore, a high sampling frequency is attained, and consequently the tracking speed is improved. MATLAB simulations and the Xilinx FPGA implementation results show that the improved approach reaches a performance very close to the recently published MPPT methods, with lesser complexity.
Grid-Connected Pv-Fc Hybrid System Power Control Using Mppt And Boost ConverterIJERA Editor
This paper proposes a method for operating a grid connected hybrid system. This system composed of a Photovoltaic (PV) array and a Proton exchange membrane fuel cell (PEMFC) is considered. As the variations occur in temperature and irradiation during power delivery to load, Photo voltaic (PV) system becomes uncontrollable. In coordination with PEMFC, the hybrid system output power becomes controllable. Two operation modes are the unit-power control (UPC) mode and the feeder-flow control (FFC) mode, can be applied to the hybrid system. All MPPT methods follow the same goal that is maximizing the PV system output power by tracking the maximum power on every operating condition. Maximum power point tracking technique (Incremental conductance) for photovoltaic systems was introduced to maximize the produced energy. The coordination of two control modes, coordination of the PV array and the PEMFC in the hybrid system, and determination of reference parameters are presented. The proposed operating strategy systems with a flexible operation mode change always operate the PV array at maximum output power and the PEMFC in its high efficiency performance band. Also thus improving the performance of system operation, enhancing system stability, and reducing the number of operating mode changes.
Improved dynamic performance of photovoltaic panel using fuzzy logic-MPPT alg...nooriasukmaningtyas
The nonlinear characteristics and intense credence dependence of
photovoltaic (PV) panel on the solar irradiance and ambient temperature
demonstrate important challenges for researchers in the PV panel topic. To
overcome these problems, the maximum power point tracking (MPPT)
controller is needed which can improve the PV panel efficiency. In other
words, for maximum efficiency, the MPPT controller can help to extract the
optimal and overall available output power from the PV panel at different
output load conditions. Fuzzy logic (FL) is one of the strongest techniques in
the extracting of MPP in the PV panel since it has several advantages; robust;
no requirement to have an accurate mathematical model, and works with
imprecise inputs. Therefore, in this paper, fuzzy logic (FL-MPPT) has been
designed and simulated to improve dynamic performance PV panel at
different solar irradiance and then increased the efficiency. Therefore,
"MATLAB/Simulink software" has been used to build the proposed
algorithm and the simulation results have been adequate as well. Besides, a
robust FL-MPPT algorithm has been presented with high dynamic
performance under different weather conditions. Finally, the proposed
algorithm has a quicker response and less oscillatory comparison of the
conventional algorithms in the subject of extracting the maximum PV power.
Improved strategy of an MPPT based on the sliding mode control for a PV system IJECEIAES
The energy produced using a photovoltaic (PV) is mainly dependent on weather factors such as temperature and solar radiation. Given the high cost and low yield of a PV system, it must operate at maximum power point (MPP), which varies according to changes in load and weather conditions. This contribution presents an improved maximum power point tracking (MPPT) controllers of a PV system in various climatic conditions. The first is a sliding mode MPPT that designed to be applied to a buck converter in order to achieve an optimal PV array output voltage. The second MPPT is based on the incremental conductance algorithm or Perturb-and-Observe algorithm. It provides the output reference PV voltage to the sliding mode controller acting on the duty cycle of the DC-DC converter. Simulation is carried out in SimPower toolbox of Matlab/Simulink. Simulation results confirm the effectiveness of the sliding mode control MPPT under the parameter variation environments and shown that the controllers meet its objectives.
Performance Comparison of PID and Fuzzy Controllers in Distributed MPPTIJPEDS-IAES
With an increase of Green Technology applications, Photovoltaic have
emerged as the most appropriate solution for electricity generation purposes.
However, due to variable temperature and irradiance, under the partial or
shaded conditions Maximum Power Point Tracking is needed to determine
highest efficiency of the system. The paper describes dynamic modeling and
control of variable temperature and irradiance on solar panel in SIMULINKMATLAB
environment. The implementation of Buck Converter is used for
power switching and impedance matching on connecting the panel to the
load. The effectiveness of the model, with enhanced efficiency through
voltage stabilization, is performed using Proportional-Integral-Derivative and
Fuzzy-Logic-Controllers. A comparative study is made for PID and FLC on
the basis of outputs to deal with online set point variations. FLC gives closer
results to Standard Test Conditions when compared with PID. The Fuzzy
system developed, using tested membership functions serve as a platform for
sustainable standalone and grid-based applications using distributed MPPT.
Adaptive maximum power point tracking using neural networks for a photovoltai...Mellah Hacene
Adaptive Maximum Power Point Tracking Using Neural Networks for a Photovoltaic Systems According Grid
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A novel efficient adaptive-neuro fuzzy inference system control based smart ...IJECEIAES
A novel adaptive-neuro fuzzy inference system (ANFIS) control algorithm-based smart grid to solve power quality issues is investigated in this paper. To improve the steady-state and transient response of the solar-wind and grid integrated system proposed ANFIS controller works very well. Fuzzy maximum power point tracking (MPPT) algorithm-based DC-DC converters are utilized to extract maximum power from solar. A permanent magnet synchronous generator (PMSG) is employed to get maximum power from wind. To maximize both power generations, back-to-back voltage source converters (VSC) are operated with an intelligent ANFIS controller. Optimal power converters are adopted this proposed methodology and improved the overall performance of the system to an acceptable limit. The simulation results are obtained for a different mode of smart grid and non-linear fault conditions and the proven proposed control algorithm works well.
This paper presents a maximum power point (MPP) tracking method based on a hybrid combination between the fuzzy logic controller (FLC) and the conventional Perturb-and-Observe (P&O) method. The proposed algorithm utilizes the FLC to initialize P&O algorithm with an initial duty cycle. MATLAB/Simulink models consisting of, the photovoltaic system, boost converter and controllers, are built to evaluate the performance of the proposed algorithm. To accurately illustrate the performance of the proposed algorithm, comparisons with standalone FLC and P&O are carried out. The performance of the proposed algorithm is investigated difficult weather conditions including sudden changes and partial shading. The results showed that the proposed algorithm successfully reaches MPP in all scenarios.
This paper presented the study, development and implementation of the maximum power point of a photovoltaic energy generator adapted by elevator converter and controlled by a maximum power point command. In order to improve photovoltaic system performance and to force the photovoltaic generator to operate at its maximum power point, the idea of the context of this paper deals with the exploitation of the technique of the artificial intelligence mechanism (neural network) certainly based on the three parts of the photovoltaic system (photovoltaic module inputs (temperature and solar radiation), photovoltaic module and control (MPPT)) that have been adopted within a simulation time of 24 hours. In addition, to reach the optimal operating point regardless of variations in climatic conditions, the use of a neuron network based disturbance and observation algorithm (P&O) is put into service of the system given its reliability, its simplicity and view that at any time it can follow the desired maximum power. The entire system is implemented in the Matlab / Simulink environment where simulation results obtained are very promising and have shown the effectiveness and speed of neural technology that still require a learning base so to improve the performance of photovoltaic systems and exploit them in energy production, as well as this technique has proved that these results are much better in terms (of its very great precision and speed of computation) than those of the controller based on the conventional MPPT method P&O.
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Volume 1, Number 1, December 2014
SOP TRANSACTIONS ON POWER TRANSMISSION AND SMART GRID
Comparative Study of ANN-GA and Fuzzy
Controller for Photovoltaic System in the
Grid Connected Mode
Alireza Rezvani*, Maziar Izadbakhsh, Majid Gandomkar, Foad Haidari
Gandoman, Saeed Vafaei
Department of Electrical Engineering, Saveh Branch, Islamic Azad University, Saveh, Iran.
*Corresponding author: alireza.rezvani.saveh@gmail.com
Abstract:
Photovoltaic (PV) systems have one of the highest potentials and operating ways for generating
electrical power by converting solar irradiation directly into the electrical energy. Consequently, it
is important to track the generated power of the PV system and utilize the collected solar energy
optimally. This paper proposes an integrated offline genetic algorithm (GA) and artificial neural
network (ANN) to track the solar power optimally based on various operation conditions due
to the uncertain climate change. Data are optimized by GA and then these optimum values
are used in neural network training. The obtained results show minimal error of maximum
power point (MPP), optimal voltage (Vmpp) and superior capability of the suggested method
in the maximum power point tracking (MPPT). The simulation results are presented by using
Matlab/Simulink and show that the neural networkGA controller of grid-connected mode can
meet the need of load easily and have fewer fluctuations around the maximum power point; also,
this method has well regulated PV output power and it produces extra power rather than fuzzy
logic method for different conditions.
Keywords:
Photovoltaic, Neural Network, Genetic Algorithm, Fuzzy Logic
1. INTRODUCTION
Renewable energy sources play an important role in electricity generation. Different renewable energy
sources such as a wind, solar, geothermal and biomass can be applied for generation of electricity and
for meeting our daily energy needs. Photovoltaic generation is becoming increasingly important as a
renewable source since it offers many advantages such as incurring no fuel costs, not being polluting,
required little maintenance, and emitting no noise, among others.
Photovoltaic (PV) systems have one of the highest potentials and operating ways for generating
electrical power by converting solar irradiation directly into the electrical energy. Although, developing
photovoltaic energy sources can reduce fossil fuel dependency, PV panels are low-energy conversion
efficient [1, 2].
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In order to control maximum output power, using MPPT system is highly recommended. The output
power of a PV module varies as a function of the voltage and also the MPP is change by variation of
temperature and sun irradiation. A DC-to-DC converter locates among PV systems and users, which
switching operation of this converter is performed by the MPPT [3]. In the last few decades, different
methods are utilized in order to achieve maximum power. The most prevalent technics are perturbation
and observation algorithm (P&O) [3, 4] Incremental conductance (IC) [5, 6] fuzzy logic [7, 8] and ANN
[9–11].
According to above mentioned research, the benefits of perturbation and observation algorithm and
incremental conductance are1- low cost implementation 2-simple algorithm. The depletion of these
methods is vast fluctuation of output power around the MPP even under steady state illumination which
results in the loss of available energy [12–15]. However the fast variation of weather condition affects the
output and these technics cannot track the maximum power.
Using fuzzy logic can solve the two mentioned problem dramatically. In fact, fuzzy logic controller
can reduce the oscillations of output power around the MPPT and has faster respond than P&O and IC.
Furthermore, convergence speed of this way is higher than two mentioned way. One the weak point of
fuzzy logic comparing to neural network is oscillations of output power around the MPP [14, 15].
Nowadays, artificial intelligence (AI) techniques have numerous applications in determining the size
of PV systems, MPPT control and optimal structure of photovoltaic systems. In most cases, multilayer
perceptron (MLP) neural networks or radial basis function network (RBFN) have been employed for
modeling PV module and MPPT controller in PV systems [16, 17].
ANN based controllers are applied to forecast optimum voltages corresponding to the MPP of PV
system for different radiations and temperatures conditions. A review on AI methods applications in
renewable energy was studied in these literatures [9, 18]. Neural networks are the best estimation for
non-linear systems and by using ANN, oscillations of output power around the MPPT and time to reach
the MPP are decreased [6].
In [19–21], GA is used for data optimization and then, the optimum values are utilized for training
neural networks and the results show that, the GA technic has less fluctuation in comparison with the
conventional methods. However, one of the major drawbacks in mentioned papers that they are not
practically connected to the grid in order to ensure the analysis of photovoltaic system performance, which
is not considered.
In this paper first, temperature and irradiance as inputs data are given to genetic algorithm and optimal
voltages (Vmpp) corresponding to the MPP are obtained then, these optimum values are used in the neural
network training. Photovoltaic module is connected to the grid using a P-Q controller of grid side to
exchange active and reactive power and observe system efficiency in different weather conditions.
The paper is organized as follows: In part 2 detail of PV system is described. Part 3 is discussed steps
to implement the GA and neural networks, respectively. In part 4 fuzzy logic method is presented. In part
5 P-Q controller is described and in part 6 the results are presented based on current study.
2. PHOTOVOLTAIC CELL MODEL
Figure 1 shows equivalent circuit of one photovoltaic array [2], [3]. Features of PV system is described
as following Equation (1) :
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Equations
IPV = Id +IRP +I (1)
I = IPV −I0 exp
V +RSI
Vthn
−1 −
V +RsI
RP
(2)
Vth =
NskT
q
(3)
I0 = I0,n
Tn
T
3
exp
q∗Eg
n∗k
1
Tn
−
1
T
(4)
Where, I is the output current, V is the output voltage, Ipv is the generated current under a given
insolation, Id is diode current, IRP is the shunt leakage current, I0 is the diode reverse saturation current, n
is the ideality factor (1.36) for a p-n junction, Rs is the series loss resistance (.1 Ω), and RP is the shunt loss
resistance (161.34 Ω). Vth is known as the thermal voltage. q is the electron charge (1.60217646×10−19C),
k is the Boltzmann constant (1.3806503×10−23 J/K), T ( in Kelvin) is the temperature of the p-n junction.
Eg is the band gap energy of the semiconductor (Eg ≈ 1.1eV for the polycrystalline Si at 25oC) and I0,n is
the nominal saturation current . T is the cell temperature; Tn is cell temperature at reference conditions.
Red sun 90 w is taken as the reference module for simulation and the name-plate details are given in
Table 1. The array is the combination of 6 cells in series and 6 cells in parallel of the 90 w modules;
hence an array generates 3.2 kW.
Table 1. Red sun 90w module
IMP (Current at maximum power) 4.94 A
VMP (Voltage at maximum power) 18.65V
PMAX (Maximum power) 90W
VOC (Open circuit voltage) 22.32
ISC (Short circuit current) 5.24
NP (Total number of parallel cells) 1
NS (Total number of series cells) 36
Figure 1. Equivalent circuit of one photovoltaic array.
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3. MPPT ANN AND GA
3.1 The Steps of Implementing Genetic Algorithm
In order to pursue the optimum point for maximum power in any environmental condition, ANN
and GA technic are used. Besides, GA is used for optimum values and then optimum values are used
for training ANN [19–21]. The procedure employed for implementing genetic algorithm is as follows
[19, 22]: 1. determining the target function 2. determining the initial population size, 3. appraising
the population using the target function, and 4. conducting convergence test stop if convergence is
provided.The target function of GA is applied for its optimization by the following: finding the optimum
X = (X1,X2,X3,··· ,Xn) to determine the F(X) in the maximum value, where the number of design variables
are regarded as 1. X is the design variable equal to PV system current and also, F(X) is the PV system
output power that must be maximized [21]. To determine the target function, the power should be set
based on the PV system current (IX ). The genetic algorithm structures are presented in Table 2.
Table 2. Genetic algorithm parameters
Number of Design Variable 1
Population size 20
Crossover constant 80%
Mutation rate 10%
Maximum Generations 20
F(x) = VX ∗IX (5)
VX = ns v0 −
RS
np
IX +(nk(T +273)/q)Ln∗
IPV −IX /np +I0
I0
(6)
To determine the objective function, the power should be arranged based on the current of array (IX ):
F(X) = ns v0 −
RS
np
IX +(nk(T +273)/q)Ln∗
IPV −IX /np +I0
I0
∗IX (7)
0 < IX < ISC (8)
The current constraint should be considered too. With maximizing this function, the optimum values
for Vmpp and MPP will result in any particular temperature and irradiance intensity.
3.2 Combination of Proposed Neural Network with Genetic Algorithm
Neural networks are most appropriate for the approximation (modeling) of nonlinear systems. Non-
linear systems can be approximated by multi-layer neural networks and these multi-layer networks have
better result in comparison with the other algorithm [16, 18]. In this paper, feed forward neural network
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for MPPT process control is used. The important section of this technic is that, the required data for
training process must be obtained for each PV module and each specific location [11].
Three layers can be considered for the proposed ANN. The input variables are temperature and solar
irradiance and Vmpp corresponding to MPP is output variable of the neural network as shown in Figure 2.
Proposed MPPT Scheme is illustrated in Figure 3. The sum of pi controller and High frequency triangular
carrier for pwm generation is conducted toward boost converter.
Figure 2. Feed forward neural network for MPPT.
Figure 3. Proposed MPPT Scheme.
Figure 4. Inputs data of irradiation and temperature.
The output of PV system has varied during time and environmental conditions. Thus, periodic training
of the ANN is needed. Training of the ANN is a set of 500 data as shown in Figure 4. ( irradiance
between 0.05 to 1 watt per square meter (W/m2) and temperatures between -5oC to 55oC) and also, a set
of 500 Vmpp corresponding to MPP is obtained by GA as shown in Figure 5.
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Figure 5. The output of Vmpp-Mpp optimized by (GA).
In order to implementation of the ANN for MPPT, first it should be determined the number of layers,
number of neurons in each layer, transmission function in each layer and type of training network. The
proposed ANN in this paper has three layers which first and second layers have respectively 16 and 11
neurons and third layer has 1 neuron. The transfer functions for first and second layers are Tansig and
for third layer is Purelin. The training function is Trainlm. The acceptable sum of squares for network
is supposed to be 10−9. Which training this neural network in 850 iterations, will converge to a desired
target. After training, the output of training network should be close to optimum output from GA. Figure
6 show the output of the neural network training with the amount of target. A set of 80 data is used for
the ANN test. Figure 7 illustrate the output of the neural network test with the amount of target which
showing a negligible training error percentage of about 0.3%.
4. FUZZY LOGIC CONTROLLER
Fuzzy logic is popular in the last decade. MPPT using fuzzy logic control obtains several advantages of
better performance, powerful and simple design. In addition, this method does not require the knowledge
of the exact model of system. It is known by multi-rules-based resolution and multivariable consideration
[12]. Fuzzy logic controller is made of three parts which is demonstrated in Figure 8(a). First part
is fuzzification which is the process of changing a real scalar value into a fuzzy set. Second part is
fuzzy inference motor that combines IF-THEN statements based on fuzzy principle and finally, we have
defuzzification which is the process that changes a fuzzy set into a real value in output [? ]. The proposed
FLC has two inputs and one output. The two FLC input variables are the error (E) and change of error
(CE) as demonstrated by the following equation (9), (10). The output of FLC is duty cycle (D) that it is
used, for the tracking of the MPP by comparing with the saw tooth waveform to generate a PWM signal
for the boost converter.
Equations
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E(j) =
Ppv(j)−Ppv(j −1)
Vpv(j)−Vpv(j −1)
(9)
CE(j) = E(j)−E(j −1) (10)
Three triangle membership functions are considered in this article. In this paper Mamdanis fuzzy
inference method, with Max-Min operation fuzzy combination is used. Given membership functions
are shown in Figure 8(b), (c) and (d). The fuzzy rule algorithm includes 25 fuzzy control rules listed in
Table 3.
Table 3. FLC Rules base
E
CE
NB NS ZE PS PB
NB ZE ZE PB PB PB
NS ZE ZE PS PS PS
ZE PS ZE ZE ZE NS
PS NS NS NS ZE ZE
PB NB NB NB ZE ZE
Moreover, The rules implemented to obtain the required data are shown in Table 3.The linguistic
variables are represented by ZE (zero), PB (positive big), PS (positive small), NB (negative big), NS
(negative small), respectively.
5. CONTROL STRATEGY (P-Q)
Inverter control model is illustrated in Figure 9 The goal of controlling the grid side, is keeping the
dc link voltage in a constant value regardless of production power magnitude. Internal control-loop
which control the grid current and external control loop which control the voltage [23]. Also, internal
control-loop which is responsible for power quality such as low total harmonic distortion (THD) and
improvement of power quality and external control-loop is responsible for balancing the power. For
reactive power control, reference voltage will be set same as dc link voltage. In grid-connected mode,
photovoltaic module must supply local needs to decrease power from the main grid. One the main aspects
of P-Q control loop is grid connection and stand-alone function. The advantages of this operation mode
are higher power reliability and higher power quality.
6. SIMULATION RESULTS
In this section, simulation results under different terms of operation use with Matlab /Simulink is
presented. System block diagram is shown in Figure 10. Detailed model descriptions are given in
Appendix A.
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Figure 6. Shown the output of the neural network by fallowing: (a) The output of the neural network training with
the amount of target data; (b) The output of the neural network of Vmpp with the amount of data; (c) total
error percentage of the Vmpp; (d) The output of the neural network of MPP with the amount of target
data;(e) total error percentage of the MPP; (f) Train output versus target data.
6.1 Variation of Irradiance and Temperature
In order to compare the accuracy and efficiency of the three MPPT algorithms selected in this paper,
Matlab/Simulink is used to implement the tasks of modeling and simulation. The main objective of this
case is investigated comparative study of MPPT algorithms under variations of irradiance and temperature
in PV system. The system is connected to the main grid that includes 3200W photovoltaic system and the
amount of load is 3200 W. There is no power exchange between photovoltaic system and grid in normal
condition.
The following simulation is presented for different insolation levels at fixed temperature of 25oC as
shown in Figure 11(a). The output voltage and the current of PV are depicted in Figure 11 (b) and (c),
respectively. When irradiance is decreased at t=3.5 and t=7, it lead to decrease in the output current
of PV as shown in Figure 11(c). It is worth to mention that the evaluation of the proposed controller
is compared and analyzed with the fuzzy logic controller and P&O algorithms. The proposed MPPT
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Figure 7. shown the output of the neural network test by following: (a) The output of the neural network test with
the amount of target data; (b) The output of the neural network test of Vmpp with the amount of test target
data; (c) Percentage error of test data Vmpp; (d) The output of the neural network test of MPP with the
amount of target data; (e) Percentage error of MPP test data. (f) Test output versus target
Figure 8. FLC structure: (a) Fuzzy controller diagram; (b) Error; (c) Change of Error; (d) Duty cycle.
algorithm can track accurately the MPP when the irradiance changes continuously; also, this method has
well regulated PV output power and it produces extra power rather than fuzzy logic and P&O methods
as indicated in Figure 11(d). Therefore, the injected power from main grid to photovoltaic system is
decreased as demonstrated in Figure 11(e). Fuzzy logic and P&O method perform a fluctuated PV power
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Figure 9. The inverter control model.
Figure 10. Case study system.
even after the MPP operating has been successfully tracked. Table 4 shows the comparison of real power
value and presented methods in the different irradiation conditions.
Table 4. Output power values of solar array (watt) in various irradiation conditions
Irradiance Real value ANN+GA Fuzzy logic P&O
0s to 3s 3200 3190 3181 2980
3s to 7s 2752 2743 2727 2629
7s to 12s 1132 1124 1109 1005
In order to realize a precise analysis of the performance of the ANN-GA technique, different temperature
levels at fixed insolation of 1000W/m2 as shown in Figure 12(a). The grid voltage is indicated in Figure
12(b). Figure 12(c) shows the variation of the output current of PV. The ANN-GA method shows smother
power, less oscillating and better stable operating point than fuzzy logic and P&O methods. It has more
accuracy for operating at MPP also, it generates exceeding power and it possesses faster dynamic response
rather than mentioned technique as depicted in Figure 12(d). Consequently, the grid power injection
to the photovoltaic system is declined as illustrated in Figure 12(e). In the view of power stabilization,
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Figure 11. Simulated results for PV (Variation of Irradiance) in case 1: (a) Irradiance; (b) Inverter output voltage;
(c) Inverter output current; (d) PV power; (e) Grid power
the PV power which is controlled by ANN-GA is more stable than the fuzzy logic and P&O methods.
Table 5 shows the comparison of real power value and presented methods in the different temperature
conditions.
Table 5. Output power values of solar array (watt) in various temperature conditions
Temperature Real value ANN+GA Fuzzy logic P&O
0s to 4s 3200 3191 3179 2981
4s to 8s 1235 1226 1212 1108
8s to 12s 2127 2116 2094 1986
From the results, it is noted that the proposed ANN-GA algorithm for MPP shows smother power
signal line and better stable operating point than both fuzzy logic and P&O algorithms. It can be derived
that the ANN-GA based algorithm has better performance than both fuzzy logic and P&O methods, and it
has more accuracy for operating at MPP.
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Figure 12. Simulated results for PV (Variation of Temperature) in case 1: (a) Temperature; (b) Grid voltage; (c)
Inverter output current; (d) PV power; (e) Grid power.
Figure 13. Simulated results for in case 1: (a) noisy irradiance; (b) PV power; (c) Noisy temperature; (d) PV power.
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6.2 Noisy Irradiance and Temperature
For realistic conditions, it is needed to analyze the noises in a PV system. Simulation results are shown
the comparison of the proposed method and the fuzzy logic and the P&O methods for irradiation and
temperature changes in different noise levels as illustrated in Figure 13 (a) and (c). It is worth to mention
that the evaluation of the proposed controller shows the better performance in severe condition than
the aforementioned methods. At the presence of noise, the tracked output power by using ANN-GA is
more than aforementioned methods, since the proposed method can decrease the effects of uncertainty.
Performance of systems by using proposed method is desirable even with limited changes in system
parameters. But using of conventional methods lead to wide error in this situation as depicted in Figure
13 (b) and (d).
7. CONCLUSIONS
An integrated scheme for optimal power tracking was proposed in this paper. With the aid of this
method, the PV system was able to perform and to enhance the production of the electrical energy at
an optimal solution under various operating conditions. The GA based offline trained ANN is used
to provide the reference voltage corresponding to the maximum power for any environmental changes.
The simulation results show that using ANN-GA controller can dramatically reduce the disadvantages
of previous approaches and also, it can decrease oscillations of power output around the MPP and can
increase convergence speed to achieve the MPP in comparison with fuzzy logic method; also, this method
had well regulated PV output power and it produced extra power rather than fuzzy logic for different
conditions. The proposed algorithm was verified and it was found that the error percentage of Vmpp
between 0.2% to 0.3%. This error could be reduced by increasing the number of the training data for
ANN.
Appendix A: Description of the Detailed Model
PV parameters: output power = 3.2kW, Carrier frequency in VMPPT PWM generator: 4.3 kHz and in
grid-Sid controller: 5 kHz, boost converter parameters: L= 3.5mH, C= 630µF, PI coefficients in grid-side
controller: KpVdc= 3.5, KiVdc= 7.3, KpId= 8.4, KiId= 343, KpIq= 8.4, KiIq= 343.
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