Control algorithms and computer simulation of a stand-alone photovoltaic village power systemAt Stand-Alone Photovoltaic (SAPV) power systems increase in size and load diversity, the design and simulation of control subsystems takes on added importance. These SAPV systems represent 'mini utilities' with commensurate controls requirements, albeit with the added complexity of the energy source (sunlight received) being an uncontrollable variable. This paper briefly describes a stand-alone photovoltaic power/load system computerized simulation model. The model was tested against operational data from the Schuchuli stand-alone village photovoltaic system and has achieved acceptable levels of simulation accuracy. The model can be used to simulate system designs although with probable battery modification.
Document ID
19850029194
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Groumpos, P. P. (Cleveland State Univ. OH, United States)
Culler, J. E. (Cleveland State University Cleveland, OH, United States)
Delombard, R. (Cleveland State Univ. OH, United States)
Ratajczak, A. F. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)
Cull, R. (NASA Lewis Research Center; Standard Oil Company of Ohio Cleveland, OH, United States)