Abstract
Dynamic modelling and simulation is essential to predict the overall electrical performance of photovoltaic (PV) systems. PV simulation models in the literature are not suitable for dynamic analysis with decentralised generation (DG) applications. This article proposes a framework for PV system dynamic modelling and simulation process. This framework presents the steps required to model the process of solar power generation, reflecting the environmental variables affecting the generation process. Based on the framework steps, a computer simulation model is developed in MATLAB-Simulink of the PV generator, and validated by comparing the developed PV electrical performance characteristic curves with those of the manufacturer's data sheet and the ones developed by commercial software. The last step of the proposed framework is dedicated for testing the developed PV model for grid-connected operation. The proposed framework resulted in a simulation photovoltaic decentralised generation model which constitutes a computer-aided design tool that is helpful for real-world solar energy engineering.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 2-17 |
| Number of pages | 16 |
| Journal | International Journal of Ambient Energy |
| Volume | 32 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - Mar 2011 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Decentralised generation
- Decoupled control
- Inverter
- Photovoltaic model
- Temperature coefficients
- Virtual inertia
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
- Building and Construction
