MPPT of Doubly-Fed Induction Generator in Wind Farm Using SPSA Algorithm

Abstract

In order to make wind power generation system be free from outside interference, and make doubly-fed induction generator (DFIG) easily operate at maximum power point under variable wind speed, simultaneous perturbation stochastic approximation (SPSA) algorithm for tracking maximum power of wind power generation system is proposed in this paper. SPSA algorithm indirectly controls DFIG speed through adjusting duty cycle of power converter, makes system operate at maximum power point under any wind speed, thus the maximum power output is transmitted to the load. SPSA algorithm not only does not need to set up PID three parameter values, but also does not anemometer and tachometer in practical applications. Simulation results show no matter how wind speed changes, SPSA algorithm can effectively improve power output of wind power generation system, and make tip speed ratio and power coefficient be near optimum value, reduce system cost.