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Model-free control for variable-speed wind energy conversion systems based on power tracking

Authors: Billel Bouchemal, Mohamed Chemachema

Published in: Electrical Engineering | Issue 1/2025

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Abstract

The article discusses the critical role of wind turbines in renewable energy and introduces a model-free control strategy for variable-speed wind energy conversion systems. This innovative approach aims to maximize power capture and ensure stable operation, even in the face of modeling uncertainties and external disturbances. The study highlights the challenges posed by the nonlinear aerodynamics and unpredictable wind conditions, emphasizing the need for adaptive and robust control methods. The proposed model-free controller, based on an intelligent PID framework, simplifies the design process and offers resilience against parametric uncertainties. Extensive simulations on the NREL 1.5MW wind turbine FAST simulator demonstrate the controller's effectiveness, showcasing its ability to accurately track maximum power availability. The article concludes by underscoring the viability and superior performance of the model-free control approach compared to industry-standard methods, making it a valuable contribution to the field of wind energy conversion systems.
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Metadata
Title
Model-free control for variable-speed wind energy conversion systems based on power tracking
Authors
Billel Bouchemal
Mohamed Chemachema
Publication date
11-06-2024
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in
Electrical Engineering / Issue 1/2025
Print ISSN: 0948-7921
Electronic ISSN: 1432-0487
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00202-024-02514-5

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