International Journal of Applied Power Engineering (IJAPE)
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Parallel operation of transformers to optimize a 33 KV loop of power system
Get PDFThis research investigates the viability of a perpetually scalable generation system to accommodate the anticipated growth in domestic load demands on the 33 kV loop network over the period from 2025 to 2040. This is achieved by analysis current situation of network through the voltages, loading lines, and transformers, within the permissible loading limits of the system. In this context, it is assumed that the loop is supplied by an ideal infinite power source. A numerical model utilizing the Gauss-Seidel (GS) method is developed and executed within the PSS/E simulator. The current operational state of the network will be simulated, with a focus on analyzing the voltage profile, which is expected to remain within the range of 0.095 to 1.05 per unit (p.u.). Demand forecasts are based on industrial growth projections for the cities interconnected with the 33 kV loop. The simulation results will demonstrate the feasibility of increasing active power transmission while maintaining effective control over reactive power by the year 2040. Furthermore, solutions will be proposed to address the identified critical path issues. To meet the projected demand, these solutions will involve doubling the capacity of the existing transformers. The proposed system will mitigate load imbalances and stabilize voltage fluctuations by effectively managing rapid variations in reactive power demand. As a result, it improves power quality for industrial consumers
The application potential of net zero energy building using rooftop photovoltaics case study of apartments in Gorontalo Province
Get PDFGorontalo Province is one of the developing regions in Indonesia. The province has been actively building apartments since 2009. The construction increases population density and energy use intensity. Consequently, demand for electricity power rises. Renewable energy such as rooftop photovoltaics has the potential as a power source for the apartments, considering the abundant solar radiation in Gorontalo which is located near the equator line. Three apartments representing three levels of the inhabitant’s income are selected as study case for the application of photovoltaic (PV) on roof to achive net zero energy building. Simulation of PV energy to power the buildings is conducted using photovoltaic geographical information system (PVGIS). By utilizing monthly electrical bill data, it is found that PV on roof is sufficient to cover the building energy demand and achieve net zero energy building (NZEB). However, there is uncertainty of the fluctuation of energy demand due to the tenant’s energy consumption behaviour. The consumption intensity is limited only by the installed power on each apartment unit. PV on roof alone is unable to provide the need if it is employed to power the unit to the maximum extent
Study of the development of tandem solar cells to achieve higher efficiencies
Get PDFTandem solar cells are the brand-new age revolution within the photovoltaic (PV) enterprise thanks to their higher power conversion efficiency (PCE) capability as compared to single-junction solar cells, which are presently dominating, however intrinsically restrained. With the appearance of steel halide perovskite absorber substances, manufacturing extremely efficient tandem solar cells at an inexpensive price can profoundly regulate the future PV landscape. It has been formerly seen that tandem solar cells primarily based on perovskite have confirmed that they can convert mild more efficiently than stand-alone sub-cells. To reap PCEs of greater than 30%, numerous hurdles have to be addressed, and our understanding of this interesting era has to be accelerated. On this, a technique of aggregate of substances was followed and via a modified numerical technique, it was decided what preference of substances for the pinnacle and bottom sub-cell consequences in a better fee of electricity conversion efficiency (PCE). Through this study, it was discovered that the use of germanium telluride (GeTe) backside subcellular together with perovskite (MAPbI3-xClx) as pinnacle subcell can offer an excessive performance of 46.64% compared to a tandem mobile with perovskite (MAPbI3)/CIGS and perovskite (MAPbI3)/GeTe which produce decrease efficiencies. SCAPS-1D was used to evaluate and simulate the overall performance of the developed tandem cells
Assessment of thermal characteristics in diverse lithium-ion battery enclosures and their influence on battery performance
Get PDFBattery technology is an emerging research domain within the automotive sector, with a focus on various battery chemistries such as Li-ion, LiFePO4, NMC, and NaCl, as well as specialized cells like LiSOCl2. These chemistries are crucial in advancing electric vehicle (EV) battery technology. Batteries are available in different packaging formats, including prismatic, cylindrical, and pouch designs, each tailored to diverse operational environments. This study investigates the impact of these various battery packages on overall battery performance. Additionally, it assesses the influence of temperature on battery efficiency, aiming to identify the optimal temperature range for maximum performance. A significant part of the research focuses on the development of efficient battery thermal management (BTM) systems, which are designed to control and maintain battery temperature within the desired range, thereby enhancing efficiency. The outcomes of this study provide valuable insights for improving the reliability and efficiency of EV batteries. These findings are crucial for ensuring optimal battery performance and safety across different field conditions. Automotive manufacturers and battery suppliers can leverage these insights to refine their product designs, ensuring the dependability and safety of EV batteries. By enhancing battery performance through improved packaging and effective thermal management, this research contributes significantly to the advancement of EV technology, making electric vehicles more reliable and efficient for consumers
Fault diagnosis of electric motors using vibration signal analysis
Get PDFIn industrial applications, especially in manufacturing environments, electric motors are employed practically everywhere. They are necessary for many different sectors, which can sometimes make it challenging to prevent malfunctions and keep them operating at their best. Numerous defects can affect how well they work, but bearing-related errors are the most frequent reasons for motor failures. This research uses temporal and frequency domain analysis of vibration signals to identify motor faults. A public domain database has been used for the investigation and analysis. The findings show that electric motor problems, including inner raceway, outer raceway, and rolling element fault, can be identified and diagnosed using the time and frequency domain features extracted from the vibration signals. The effectiveness of the proposed technique is shown by comparing it with both the time domain and frequency domain techniques. The accuracy of the time domain and frequency domain techniques is 85.4% and 91.6% respectively. However, the proposed hybrid technique has a far better accuracy of 95.8% as compared to the two techniques
Methodology for incisive foraging of high-risk junctions and elimination of injected false data in smart grid
Get PDFThe present work represents a method for identification of the vulnerable nodes in smart grid as well as assessment of the performance of voltage stability indicator technique with the help of weighted least square scheme. in today’s smart grid system, false data injection (FDI) is the major issue to supply uninterruptedly at demand side in advanced metering infrastructure (AMI). The recent blackouts are the consequence of non-identifying FDI as research on FDI is not considered under power system analysis. In our research, vulnerable nodes of a power system network have been identified and a state estimation method was used to eliminate superfluous data for those identified nodes. Voltage stability indicator (VSI) based state estimation have been used successfully to make the smart grid system error free as possible. VSI method has been used first to find the vulnerable nodes of the grid after that the efficient state estimation method i.e. optimal weighted least square (optimal WLS) have been employed to get refined result. Results show that VSI based technique in concurrence with optimal WLS has potential to eliminate undesirable data with sensible level of precision
High order sliding mode control for grid integration of photovoltaic systems
Get PDFThe article suggests employing second-order sliding mode control (SOSMC) to manage photovoltaic systems (PVS) connected to the electrical grid. These systems face complexities due to non-linearities, variability, uncertainties, disturbances, and climate changes. The proposed control strategy utilizes two converters: one at the photovoltaic generator (PVG) side for maximum power point tracking (MPPT) to optimize energy generation and another at the grid connection point to regulate power injection into the grid and maintain the DC bus voltage (Vdc) while achieving unit power factor (UPF). Both converters are equipped with SOSMC controllers, enabling independent adjustment of active (P) and reactive (Q) power. This approach aims to enhance the energy efficiency and robustness of PVS under varying climatic conditions. The performance of the system is evaluated under standard and variable irradiation conditions using the MATLAB/Simulink environment. Simulation results indicate that SOSMC significantly improves system performance and efficiency compared to conventional vector control (CVC). Notably, it reduces active power overshoot by 100%, decreases Vdc response time, and lowers total harmonic distortion (THD) of the current to 1.19%, demonstrating its effectiveness across different irradiation levels
Comparison of dual isolated converters with flyback converters for bidirectional energy transfer
Get PDFThis article demonstrates a proposed technique for improving single-stage rectifiers' power factor (PF) and controlling the load voltage in response to grid voltage and load changes. To alleviate the above problem, this article offers a novel bi-directional continuous switching pulse width modulation (CSPWM) and sinusoidal pulse width modulation (SPWM) based converter that can improve PF and reduce harmonics. This converter is evaluated based on two cases, Case I: CSPWM-based rectification and SPWM-based inversion scheme, and Case II: Rectification and inversion, both operations using the SPWM scheme. The proposed control scheme uses two Bi-directional IGBTs and two diodes, which are bridgeless, do not need a transformer, and are free from the output current sensor. The suggested scheme is simulated using MATLAB/Simulink and implemented on DSPic33FJ64mc802 platforms to validate the effectiveness of the proposed approach using two cases for a 1 KW system. The suggested control scheme provides improved PF, good voltage regulation, and depreciation in harmonics and total harmonic distortions (THD) compared to existing systems that enhance converter performance
Battery cycle life and throughput optimization in wireless communication system with energy harvesting capability
Get PDFThis research paper proposes a novel approach to address the energy challenges faced by internet of things (IoT) devices. The wireless communication system involves a transmitter equipped with energy harvesting module that charges both a rechargeable battery and a capacitor through an energy storage management system (ESMS). This ESMS is based on a reinforcement learning algorithm to dynamically switch between the battery and the capacitor, ensuring efficient power utilization. This reinforcement learning algorithm enables the device to learn and adapt its energy consumption patterns based on environmental conditions and usage, optimizing energy usage over time. Additionally, the system employs a rainflow counting method to estimate the state-of-health (SoH) of the battery, ensuring its longevity and overall system performance. By combining these approaches, the proposed system aims to significantly improve the energy efficiency and lifespan of IoT devices, as well as the amount of data sent for different temperature ranges, ultimately enhancing their cost-effectiveness and performance
Minimizing the switching losses in the SiC MOSFET by using buried oxide
Get PDFFor optimizing the efficiency of the power switching devices, it is important to reduce the switching power losses. One method to minimize the switching power losses is to reduce the gate drain charge (QGD). In this paper, a 1.2 kV SiC MOSFET device with a buried oxide has been proposed to minimize QGD. The proposed design has been conducted by using the TCAD simulation program. The on-resistance (Ron,sp), QGD have been measured and analyzed based on the width and thickness of the buried oxide layer and compared with the measurement of traditional SiC MOSFET. The obtained results indicate that the QGD of 1.2 kV SiC MOSFET with buried oxide with WBO of 0.25 μm and TBO of 0.3 μm was reduced to about 31.3% which mean a minimize of power losses. The comparison results indicate that the proposed device with a buried oxide layer can be effectively used as an optimum solution for minimizing the power switching losses