Maximum Power Point Tracking for Wind Turbine Using Integrated Generator-Rectifier Systems

Project Code :TEPGCS20

Objective

Main objective of this project is to reduce dc-link voltage ripple, improve the system efficiency, the density of the system.

Abstract

In this project, offshore wind is a rapidly growing renewable energy resource. Harvesting offshore energy requires multi megawatt wind turbines and high efficiency, high power density, and reliable power conversion systems to achieve a competitive levelized cost of electricity. 

An integrated system utilizing one active and multiple passive rectifiers with a multi-port permanent magnet synchronous generator is a promising alternative for an electro-mechanical power conversion system. Deployment of the integrated systems in offshore wind energy requires Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) capability, which is challenging due to the presence of numerous uncontrolled passive rectifiers. 

This paper shows feasibility of MPPT based on a finding that the active rectifier d-axis current can control the total system output power. The MPPT capability opens up opportunities for the integrated systems in offshore wind applications.

Keywords: Power conversion, ac-dc power conversion, rectifiers, dc power systems, wind energy, maximum power point trackers, wind energy generation.

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Specifications

Software Configuration:

Operating System :  Windows 7/8/10

Application Software :  Matlab/Simulink

Hardware Configuration:

RAM :  8 GB / 4 GB (Min)

Processor :  I3 / I5(Mostly prefer)

Learning Outcomes

  • Introduction to Matlab/Simulink
  • What is EISPACK & LINPACK
  • How to start with MATLAB
  • About Matlab language
  • About tools & libraries
  • Application of Matlab/Simulink
  • About Matlab desktop
  • Features of Matlab/Simulink
  • Basics on Matlab/Simulink
  • Introduction to wind  power generation
  • Introduction to power controller
  • Introduction to Current Controller
  • Introduction to PMSG Model
  • Introduction to MPPT Algorithm
  • Introduction to SVM
  • Introduction to passive rectifier
  • Introduction to Active rectifier
  • Introduction to AC Port
  • Introduction to multiport
  • Introduction to power electronics converters
  • Introduction to  phase locked loop (PLL)
  • Introduction to PWM techniques
  • Design of PLL
  • Design of wind turbine
  • Design of MPPT controllers
  • Design of Voltage source converter
  • We can learn about the generation of gate pulses to the active rectifier
  • We can learn about the permanent magnet synchronous generator
  • Introduction to controllers
  • Design of PI controller
  • Project Development Skills:
    • Problem analyzing skills
    • Problem solving skills
    • Creativity and imaginary skills
    • Programming skills
    • Deployment
    • Testing skills
    • Debugging skills
    • Project presentation skills
    • Thesis writing skills

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