In this paper, an efficient and fast MPPT power control of photovoltaic systems based on backstepping approach is presented. The proposed control scheme consists of two cascade loops; in the first loop, the auto-scaling variable step-size perturb and observe MPPT technique estimates the reference voltage of all electrical load values. The robust backstepping controller has been adopted to remove steady state oscillations in the second loop. Further, the performance of proposed control system has been analyzed through dSPACE DS-1104 experimental validation with Isofoton photovoltaic module under real climatic conditions at Biskra (Algeria) region. The results obtained by the used controller averred a good improvement.

The present paper investigates the effectiveness of Finite Set Model Predictive Current Control (FS-MPCC) for Shunt Active Filter SAF and its implementation on real bench. The method uses a Multivariable Filter MVF to extract the fundamental components of currents and voltages of the grid. The predictive control method uses a cost function containing the error of the filtered currents to be controlled. The performances of the control method are revealed throw simulation and experimental results and then commented. The obtained results show that predictive control is a powerful control method for such application in term of tracking performance and quality energy.

In this paper, the method for the nonlinear control design of a permanent magnet synchronous generator based-wind energy conversion system (WECS) is proposed in order to obtain robustness against disturbances and harvest a maximum power from a typical stochastic wind environment. The technique overcomes both the problem of nonlinearity and the uncertainty of the parameter compared to such classical control designs based on traditional control techniques. The method is based on the differential geometric feedback linearization technique (DGT) and the Lyapunov theory. The results obtained show the effectiveness and performance of the proposed approach.

The present paper deals with a real time implementation of a new adaptive frequency-based power management strategy of a small-scale hybrid battery-super capacitor system, dedicated to an electric vehicle. The ultimate objective of the strategy is to ensu

In this paper, a robust active fault tolerant control (AFTC) scheme is proposed for induction motor drives (IMD) via input-output linearization control (IOLC) and nonlinear observer. In order to estimate the states and to reconstruct the faults, two different observers are used; a Luenberger observer (LO) and an extended kalman filter (EKF). Further we introduce feedback linearization strategy by choosing the output function as the rotor speed and flux square. To provide a direct comparison between these FTCs schemes, the performance is evaluated using the control of IMD under failures, variable speed, and variable parameters, finally the obtained results show that the proposed controller with the proposed observers provides a good trajectory tracking, and these schemes are robust with respect to faults, parameter variations, and external load disturbances for induction motor drive system.

BLEVE is one of major accidents observed in gas industry causing severe damage to people and environment. Its effects are manifested in three ways: shock wave propagation, fireball radiation and fragments projection. To assess these effects, risk decision-makers often use Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA). In most cases, QRA data are obtained from empirical correlations. However, these correlations are not very satisfactory because they generally overestimate BLEVE effects and do not take into account geometry effects. In order to overcome the limitations of these empirical approaches, CFD modeling appears as a powerful tool able to provide more accurate data to better realize QRA. In this paper, the objective is to develop a CFD methodology in order to predict BLEVE thermal effects. Numerical simulations are carried out using the CFD code FDS. A sensitivity analysis of numerical models is performed in order to choose the right parameters allowing to model the fireball dynamics. The models retained are based on a single-step combustion using EDC model coupled with a LES turbulence model. Predictions show good agreement in comparison with results issued from three large-scale experiments. Furthermore, a case study on a propane accumulator in an Algerian gas processing unit is carried out.

The paper presents a LP-Dual Simplex algorithm for linear constrained optimization problems. This approach proposed for the optimal coordination of Directional Over-Current Relays (DOCRs) in compensated distribution power systems with Distribution-FACTS devises i.e. Thyristor Controlled Series Capacitor (TCSC). The optimization problem is subject to a number of constraints which are mainly focused on the operation of the backup relay, which should operate if a primary relay fails to respond to the fault near to it, Time Dial Setting (TDS), Plug Setting (PS) and the minimum operating time of a relay. The system used to check the efficiency of the optimization algorithm which is IEEE 33-bus models.

This paper presents a comparative study of two approaches for the direct power control (DPC) of doubly-fed induction generator (DFIG) based on wind energy conversion system (WECS). Vector Control (VC) and Sliding Mode Control (SMC). The simulation results of the DFIG of 5 KW in the presence of various uncertainties were carried out to evaluate the capability and robustness of the proposed control scheme. The (SMC) strategy is the most appropriate scheme with the best combination such as reducing high powers ripple, diminishing steady-state error in addition to the fact that the impact of machine parameter variations does not change the system performance.

This paper proposes an advanced energy management system (EMS) for a stand-alone hybrid energy system. The considered hybrid system includes a photovoltaic panel, a fuel cell, an electrolyzer and a battery bank. The EMS aims to optimize the utilization cost of the hybrid power system and to improve its energy balance with the elimination of any energy deficit.The hybrid power system has been tested by simulation using models implemented in Matlab/Simulink software. The simulation is performed over a long period of time in order to evaluate the effectiveness of the management strategy. The simulation results confirm the efficiency of the proposed control strategy, as it increases the reliability of the system and improves its energy balance.

The main aim of this work is to develop an energy management algorithm (EMS) that control renewable energy system that consists of PV panels, lead acid battery banks and supercapacitor. On addition to that a Graphical user interfaces is developed to control the power system. The efficiency of the controller was tested by the mean of simulation, the result assume the effectiveness of the proposed control method and the intelligent management of the power flow controller.

Maximum power point trackers are so important in photovoltaic systems to improve their overall efficiency. This paper presents a photovoltaic system with maximum power point tracking facility. An intelligent Sliding mode controller method is proposed in this paper to achieve the maximum power point tracking of PV modules. The system consists of a photovoltaic solar module connected to a DC-DC boost converter. The system is modeled using MATLAB/SIMULINK. The system has been experienced under disturbance in the photovoltaic loads and irradiation levels. The simulation results show that the proposed maximum power tracker tracks the maximum power accurately and successfully in all tested conditions. The MPPT system is then experimentally implemented. DSPACE is used in the implementation of the MPPT hardware setup for real-time control. Data acquisition and system control are implemented using dSPACE 1104 software and digital signal processor card. The experimental results show the efficiency of the proposed algorithm and confirm the simulation results.

This paper deals with the optimal sizing and management of power system for medium rural health clinic located in the Batna region (Algeria). The study evaluates different power configurations depending on economic, environmental and technical characteristics. The main objective is to cover the entire loads with an uninterruptible, high quality power supplies with lowest cost of energy and high renewable energy penetration.

In recent years, electrical energy has become a vital component for human life. Moreover, the interest for alternative energy sources has an exponential rise nowadays as a consequence of the limitation in conventional energy sources. Wind energy is considered one of the most important renewable energy sources. Nowadays, in order to ensure an optimal energy use, management and control technologies of wind energy conversion system are developed rapidly. In this paper, both of the vector controller and sliding mode control strategy for an isolated doubly fed induction generator-based wind energy conversion system are studied, described, tested and compared. In order to ensure the safety of the connected load, the main purpose of the present work is to maintain output stator voltage and frequency at their reference values whether for load demand power variations and wind speed fluctuations. Experimental results demonstrate the effectiveness of the presented control strategies.

The present paper deals with a real time implementation of a new adaptive frequency-based power management strategy of a small-scale hybrid battery-super capacitor system, dedicated to an electric vehicle. The ultimate objective of the strategy is to ensure a smart use of the two sources, improving as a consequence both the autonomy and the system lifetime. To do so, and unlike the conventional power frequency separation technique, the filter adapts its pass band frequency to keep the charge’s state of each source in a tolerable range and provides power amounts to the load demand. The experimental results demonstrate that the system commutates smoothly between the operating modes, which proves the effectiveness of the proposed control techniques.