Design and Simulation of Self-tuning PID controller with MPPT for Solar Array using MATLAB/Simulink

Abstract

The photovoltaic (PV) system’s nonlinear nature, uncertainty in temperature, and light intensity in the environment are responsible for the fluctuation of the maximum power point (MPP). Many maximum power point tracking (MPPT) algorithms are proven effective in the literature, including use of artificial intelligence. Proportional integral derivative controller and fuzzy controllers found effective to track MPP. Using the combination of Fuzzy-PID controller, swiftly adapt to changes in the atmosphere to confirm the solar array is continually operating at its highest efficiency with MPP. Easy and effective oscillation elimination is possible with PID control. To regulate the maximum power of the PV system combination of Fuzzy-PID self-tuning controllers is found effective.The goal is to enhance a PV system’s dynamic response to in presence of irradiation and temperature fluctuations. For tuning Fuzzy logic controller (FLC), gain scheduler values of the proportional, integral, and derivative constants are fundamental. The design processes for non-linear conventional PID controllers, FLC, and series combination of Fuzzy-PID controller are discussed. It compares the traditional PID controller, FLC, and Fuzzy-PID controller. The comparison of outputs produced for PID, FLC, and series Fuzzy-PID controller confirms the effectiveness of the algorithm. Use of Fuzzy controller helps in self-tuning of PID controller constant value. MATLAB/Simulink based environment used to perform the simulations.