GRD Journals- Global Research and Development Journal for Engineering | Volume 4 | Issue 5 | April 2019 ISSN: 2455-5703
Optimal MPPT Control using Boost Converter for Power Management in PV- Diesel Remote Area Sikander Hans Department of Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala147004, Punjab, India
Ranjan Walia Department of Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala147004, Punjab, India
Abstract Maximum power point tracking following (MPPT) is by and large being utilized in sunlight based photovoltaic (PV) control age frameworks to augment sun-based vitality extraction. In this paper, it is proposed to work the solar-PV framework at the imperfect MPPT to oversee control balance in a remote area control supply (RAPS) framework. This is performed dependent on three diverse working modes one is Frequency control mode, second is Active power control mode and the third one is MPPT control mode. The working modes are chosen dependent on the heap level, and the working method of the diesel generator (for example synchronous condenser mode or generator mode) This power the executive's methodology adjusts the age and load request that requires progress between the three working modes without utilizing the fake load. The proposed strategy is capable of extending the diesel generator lifetime and improves the operating efficiency of the diesel generator. Re-enactment thinks about are done to approve the adequacy of the imperfect MPPT control methodology in a PV-Diesel RAPS framework and have demonstrated that the proposed technique can flawlessly keep up the power balance in the RAPS framework while keeping up the voltage and recurrence inside stipulated cut-off points. Substantial cost savings can also be achieved in the long run due to the lifetime extension and efficiency improvement of the diesel generator. Keywords- Photovoltaic Cell, the Boost Converter, MPPT, Inverter and Battery, Solar Energy
I. INTRODUCTION In today's scenario, solar energy being a sustainable and clean energy resource is the most significant source of non-conventional energy source available at low minimal cost on this plant. Due to depleting conventional energy resources, harvesting energy using renewable sources has been in the primary concern of the research society and also the need of the hour[1]. There are plentiful sources of renewable energy harvesting, and solar energy is one of those sources which is available in abundance and is simple, portable and reliable to a certain extent [2]. The Solar Photovoltaic module works on Photo-Voltaic principle generating Direct Current (DC) electricity when sunlight is incident on its surface. The PV module uses silicon cells connected in series to generate the rated voltage and current. The module has an outer anodised aluminium frame which holds the front toughened glass, silicon cells inside and a back sheet for protection. The electrical termination from the module is through cables with connectors or a junction [3]. The frame also has bolts as a provision to position the module above the roof with the help of the module mounting structure. Electrification of remote/separated zones (where grid availability is beyond the realm of imagination) might be conceivable by outfitting the sustainable power sources displayed specifically territories [4]. Among these renewable energy sources, solar and hydro energy sources are additionally encouraging for power age. The hydro and PV system is gaining the momentum of researchers for electrification in remote/rural areas [5]. Either standalone hydro system or PV system is not sufficient to fulfil the power requirement throughout the year. Therefore, forgetting the optimal results by combining the advantages of hydro and solar energy sources, PV/hydro hybrid system has been analysed and also installed [6]. The topographical and climatic condition influences the execution of the hybrid framework. In this way, a reinforcement is fundamental for the situation when one of the vitality sources isn't accessible, or the power produced by the hybrid framework isn't equipped for satisfying the power request [7]. To guarantee the consistent power supply and to deal with the discontinuous idea of vitality frameworks, diesel generator can be incorporated to conquer the issue. Economic analysis and cost optimisation of such a system have been done to ensure the existence of the system. The additions of diesel generator are advantageous over the simple renewable energy system but also have some significant problems such as diesel generator needs fossil fuel and surplus energy during the excellent season cannot be stored and provides short-term storage [8]. To beat these issues, as of late, the hydrogen stockpiling framework is replacing diesel generator and such power creating frameworks have been structured and produced for provincial and waterfront private applications. It tends to be presumed that the hydrogen-based framework can turn
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