6.4 Feb
6.4 Feb
ISSN: 0970-2555
Volume : 54, Issue 2, No.4, February : 2025
A FLC BASED CONTROL SCHEME FOR STANDALONE MICROGRID
ABSTRACT:
The paper presents a hybrid energy system that combines off-grid energy storage with solar photovoltaic
(PV), wind, and diesel power. The system's objective is to utilize as little diesel fuel and as many
renewable resources as feasible. It entails creating simulation models of independent energy systems and
explains how optimum control strategies (such as Maximum Power Point Tracking or MPPT) operate.
Performance analysis of WECS at various wind speeds was done to ensure adaptive control techniques
were used to harvest the most power possible. Lastly, the hybrid system's faulty analysis is also examined,
and the system's operational stability and recovery effectiveness are verified. Nevertheless, comparing an
FLC and traditional proportional-integral (PI) controllers shows that the FLC is exceptionally good at
lowering harmonics, enhancing power quality, and providing fault-tolerant responsiveness. Explains the
importance of the suggested hybrid system as a possible dependable and environmentally friendly energy
source for microgrid and remote applications.
KEYWORDS: Wind Energy Conversion Systems, Synchronous Reluctance generator, Permanent
magnet Brushless DC generator, Voltage Source Converter, Fuzzy logic Controller.
INTRODUCTION :
The day-by-day demand for electric power worldwide poses significant challenges, particularly in remote
regions and underdeveloped regions where extending fossil fuels-based power grids is not feasible.
Traditionally, electrical generation techniques contribute to high operational costs, environmental
pollution, and weather changes. The rising energy production expenses and their adverse environmental
effects have led to an urgent need for alternative and sustainable energy solutions. Renewable-based
energy sources, such as wind, solar, and hydropower, offer promising alternatives to address these
difficulties. Wind-driven energy is attractive due to its widespread availability and potential for continuous
power generation. However, fluctuations in wind speed create difficulties in maintaining a stable power
supply. Efficient control strategies, such as Maximum power, are necessary to optimize energy extraction
and enhance system performance. Implementing advanced control techniques ensures maximum power
utilization and enhances system stability, reducing power fluctuations caused by unpredictable wind
variations. Furthermore, integrating intelligent control methods like fuzzy logic enhances adaptability,
allowing the system to respond dynamically to environmental changes without requiring complex
mathematical models. Improving power efficiency and reliability makes wind-driven energy a more viable
and cost-effective option for standalone applications, particularly in isolated and off-grid areas where
energy access remains challenging.The present work is directed towards enhancing the energy conversion
efficiency of diesel engines, wind energy, and PV systems by replacing the conventional PI controllers
with a fuzzy logic-based approach. The proposed method enhances adaptability, improves energy
extraction, and ensures a more reliable power supply, making it particularly useful for remote and off-grid
applications.
LITERATURE REVIEW :
The execution of the microgrid given a solitary voltage supply converter and brushless turbines. Voltage
and recurrence management of diesel generator by utilizing optimum diesel oil by Kant et al. [1]
INPUT CALCULATION:
The input to the fuzzy controller is the rate of change of error (Δu/Δt), which helps determine how fast the
voltage deviates.
HARMONICS COMPARISON:
The harmonic analysis compares PI and Fuzzy Logic controllers in voltage and current regulation, as
shown in Figure (15-20). The PI controller shows higher Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) in voltage and
current, indicating more harmonic content and less effective filtering. In contrast, the Fuzzy Logic
controller significantly reduces THD, demonstrating improved harmonic suppression. The voltage
harmonics under the PI controller are at 1.66% THD, while Fuzzy Logic reduces it to 0.41%. In the
harmonic aspect, a similar reduction is displayed. THD goes from 31.09% (PI) to 7.57% (Fuzzy Logic)
or from 8.24% to 7.41% in others. The stability improvement is enhanced by power quality, with the
controller minimizing unwanted harmonics using fuzzy logic. An improved harmonic suppression
capability of Fuzzy Logic confirms the adaptability in dynamic conditions with accurate control of voltage
and current regulation. Though PI is effective, the higher harmonic distortions have caused increased
power losses and less efficiency. In frequency spectrum analysis, harmonic reductions are more significant
in Fuzzy Logic, making the waveform cleaner. Less THD makes better power factors and less heating of
electrical components; therefore, overall system performance will be enhanced. The fuzzy controller also
ensures the system's stability since it dynamically varies according to variations, effectively minimizing
distortions. These results highlight the benefits of intelligent control strategies in power quality
enhancement.
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CONCLUSION :
The analysis confirms that Fuzzy Logic Control (FLC) significantly enhances the system's performance
compared to PI control. Voltage reduction by 75.15% and current reduction by 75.65% ensure superior
power quality. FLC achieves system stabilization 10 times faster than PI, restoring normal operation
within 0.1s. Fault conditions show voltage recovery from 9V to ±220V, stabilizing current after peaking
at 100A. Wind turbine power output increases with speed, peaking at 14 m/s. The battery voltage remains
steady at 400V, ensuring system reliability. These results demonstrate that FLC improves efficiency,
minimizes harmonic distortion, and enhances fault resilience, proving it to be a more practical and
economical solution for hybrid energy systems in remote locations.
APPENDIX :
A. SyMachine rating: 3-phase, 900KVA, 20Kv, 50Hz.
B. Battery Rating: 400V, 10kWH, 25Ah.
C. PV module Irradiance, Temperature: 1000 W/m², 25⁰ C.
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