Solar Energy Conversion Systems Research Articles

Green Synthesis of Pristine and Ag-Doped TiO2 and Investigation of Their Performance as Photoanodes in Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells.

Dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) have emerged as a potential candidate for third-generation thin film solar energy conversion systems because of their outstanding optoelectronic properties, cost-effectiveness, environmental friendliness, and easy manufacturing process. The electron transport layer is one of the most essential components in DSSCs since it plays a crucial role in the device's greatest performance. Silver ions as a dopant have drawn attention in DSSC device applications because of their stability under ambient conditions, decreased charge recombination, increased efficient charge transfer, and optical, structural, and electrochemical properties. Because of these concepts, herein, we report the synthesis of pristine TiO2 using a novel green modified solvothermal simplistic method. Additionally, the prepared semiconductor nanomaterials, Ag-doped TiO2 with percentages of 1, 2, 3, and 4%, were used as photoanodes to enhance the device's performance. The obtained nanomaterials were characterized using XRD, FTIR, FE-SEM, EDS, and UV-vis techniques. The average crystallite size for pristine TiO2 and Ag-doped TiO2 with percentages of 1, 2, 3, and 4% was found to be 13 nm by using the highest intensity peaks in the XRD spectra. The Ag-doped TiO2 nanomaterials exhibited excellent photovoltaic activity as compared to pristine TiO2. The incorporation of Ag could assist in successful charge transport and minimize the charge recombination process. The DSSCs showed a Jsc of 8.336 mA/cm2, a Voc of 698 mV, and an FF of 0.422 with a power conversion efficiency (PCE) of 2.45% at a Ag concentration of 4% under illumination of 100 mW/cm2 power with N719 dye, indicating an important improvement when compared to 2% Ag-doped (PCE of 0.97%) and pristine TiO2 (PCE of 0.62%).

Flexible Al2O3/polymethyl methacrylate composite nanofibers for high-performance sun shading and radiative cooling

Radiative cooling utilizes high solar reflectivity and high infrared emissivity to achieve temperature cooling down, which has attracted extensive research interest as a zero-energy consumption manner. However, the design of photonic structures and metamaterials for radiative cooling do not exploit commercialization prospects due to high production costs and structural complexity. Here we propose an economical and scalable electrospinning method for fabricating high-performance sun-shading and radiative cooling composite flexible film. The composite film is a non-woven fabric of nanofibers with polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) and aluminum oxide (Al2O3) nanoparticles. The diameter of the nanofibers distributes in the range of 300–1200 nm and Al2O3 nanoparticles are wrapped in the nanofibers. The nanofibers strongly scatter sunlight to enable high solar reflectivity and back-reflection layer is no more necessary. Molecular vibrations of PMMA and phonon polarization resonance of Al2O3 nanoparticles synergistically result in high infrared emissivity. At a thickness of 0.30 mm and with an Al2O3 content of 8%, this material exhibits exceptional solar reflectance levels of approximately 95% between wavelengths of 1.1–2.5 µm. Additionally, it demonstrates an extremely low rate of solar absorption of approximately 5.5% between wavelengths of 0.3–1.1 µm, distinguishing itself as a highly effective solar selective surface even without the inclusion of a back-reflective layer. Furthermore, the material exhibits ultrahigh infrared emissivity levels of approximately 0.98 within atmospheric windows ranging from 8 to 13 µm. These remarkable characteristics position this material as a highly promising candidate for use in solar thermal energy conversion systems. As a result, the device shows a cooling performance that reaches a temperature decrease of up to 4.3 °C under 1000 W/m2 peak solar intensity and a decrease of 5.9 °C during nighttime. The composite film has enormous potential for use in vehicle shading and personal thermal management. Moreover, its mechanical properties allow for the flexibility needed to meet the demands of everyday use. Our work provides a straightforward and scalable method to manufacture products with exceptional sun shading and radiative cooling capabilities.

Optimization of Energy Storage Unit Size and Location in a Radial Distribution Network to Minimize Power Loss Using Firefly Algorithm

By strategically deploying BESS sources within a distributed generation (DG) environment, power distribution losses could be reduced. Misallocation of these units may result in under- or overvoltage, which is undesirable. The objective is to select transit locations with the lowest possible losses and the greatest potential benefits. This study describes how to use a firefly algorithm (FA) to size a battery energy storage system (BESS) in order to minimise the voltage increase in a radial distribution network that employs a hybrid solar and wind energy conversion system (WECS). This research analyses the optimal capacity and positioning of the BESSs in a radial distribution network with 33 buses and 69 buses with the goal of minimising power loss to the greatest extent feasible. Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, wind energy conversion systems (WECS), and energy storage systems (ESSs) are only some of the distributed energy resources that might benefit from the conservation voltage reduction (CVR) architecture proposed by this study. The proposed method is assessed by simulating it in Matlab while contrasting the results to those of the Genetic Algorithm (GA) and the Ant Colony Algorithm (ACA), among others.

Variability and associated uncertainty in image analysis for soiling characterization in solar energy systems

The accumulation of soiling on photovoltaic modules and on the mirrors of concentrating solar power systems causes non-negligible energy losses with economic consequences. These challenges can be mitigated, or even prevented, through appropriate actions if the magnitude of soiling is known. Particle counting analysis is a common procedure to characterize soiling, as it can be easily performed on micrographs of glass coupons or solar devices that have been exposed to the environment. Particle counting does not, however, yield invariant results across institutions. The particle size distribution analysis is affected by the operator of the image analysis software and the methodology utilized. The results of a round-robin study are presented in this work to explore and elucidate the uncertainty related to particle counting and its effect on the characterization of the soiling of glass surfaces used in solar energy conversion systems. An international group of soiling experts analysed the same 8 micrographs using the same open-source ImageJ software package. The variation in the particle analyses results were investigated to identify specimen characteristics with the lowest coefficient of variation (CV) and the least uncertainty among the various operators. The mean particle diameter showed the lowest CV among the investigated characteristics, whereas the number of particles exhibited the largest CV. Additional parameters, such as the fractional area coverage by particles and parameters related to the distribution's shape yielded intermediate CV values. These results can provide insights on the magnitude inter-lab variability and uncertainty for optical and microscope-based soiling monitoring and characterization.

Unveiling the high activity origin of NiFe catalysts decorated Ta3N5 photoanodes for oxygen evolution reaction

Bimetallic NiFe catalysts could effectively promote the photoelectrochemical (PEC) water splitting activities of Ta3N5 photoanodes, while exploring the intrinsic activity origin is crucial for constructing highly efficient solar-energy conversion systems. Herein, we demonstrate a simple impregnation strategy for rational deposition of NiFe catalysts nanolayers on Ta3N5 nanotube photoanodes, which achieved a superior photocurrent density of 11.2 mA cm−2 at 1.23 V versus the reversible hydrogen electrode (RHE) accompanied by a low onset potential (0.3 VRHE). More importantly, systematic studies reveal that the preferred deposition of Fe catalysts nanolayers on Ta3N5 photoanode surfaces could effectively promote the charge separation and hole transfer, while the subsequent formation of Ni catalysts nanolayers could provide the catalytic active-sites for water oxidation. Accordingly, their synergistic effects significantly improve the interfacial hole transfer and surface oxygen evolution kinetics, leading to an outstanding PEC water splitting activity. This work not only clarifies the intrinsic high-activity origins of NiFe/Ta3N5 photoanodes, but also provides new insights into the rational construction of highly efficient OER catalysts for PEC water splitting.

Overview of Photovoltaic and Wind Electrical Power Hybrid Systems

The overexploitation of non-renewable fossil resources has led to dangerous warming of our planet due to greenhouse gas emissions. The main reason for this problem is the increase in global energy demand. The rising prices of oil and gas have pushed governments around the world to turn to renewable energy, especially solar and wind power. For this reason, the present paper aimed to focus on photovoltaic and wind energy systems. However, exploitation of these two sources individually is not always easy because of their intermittent and irregular characters. Therefore, the obvious solution is the hybridisation of these two sources, which, when used alongside other systems such as batteries, increases the reliability, availability, and efficiency of these renewable sources. The main objective of this paper is to give an overview of different configurations of hybrid solar and wind energy conversion systems. First, the behaviour of each system, as well as their mathematical models, characteristics, and existing topologies, is presented. Then, the control strategies, optimal configurations, and sizing techniques, as well as different energy management strategies, of these hybrid PV–wind systems are presented.

Edge-Sharing Octahedrally Coordinated NiFe Dual Active Sites on ZnFe2 O4 for Photoelectrochemical Water Oxidation.

The structural properties of octahedral sites (BOh ) in spinel oxides (AB2 O4 ) play vital roles in the electrochemical performance of oxygen-related reactions. However, the precise manipulation of AB2 O4 remains challenging due to the complexity of their crystal structure. Here, a simple and versatile molten-salt-mediated strategy is reported to introduce Ni2+ in Boh sites intentionally on the surface of zinc ferrite (ZnFe2 O4 , ZFO) to promote the active sites for photoelectrochemical (PEC) water splitting. The as-created photoanode (ZFO-MSNi) shows a remarkable cathodic shift of ≈ 450mV (turn-on voltage of ≈ 0.6 VRHE ) as well as three times the 1-sun photocurrent density at 1.23 VRHE for PEC water oxidation in comparison with bare ZFO. A comprehensive structural characterization clearly reveals the local structure of the introduced Ni2+ in ZFO-MSNi. Fewer surface trapping states are observed while the precisely introduced Ni2+ and associated neighboring Fe(3-σ)+ (0<σ<1) sites unite in an edge-sharing octahedral configuration to function as NiFe dual active sites for PEC water oxidation. Moreover, open circuit potential measurements and rapid-scan voltammetry investigation give further insight into the enhanced PEC performance. Overall, this work displays a versatile strategy to regulate the surface active sites of photoelectrodes for increasing performance in PEC solar energy conversion systems.

Ligand Tuning in Cu(pyalk)2 Water Oxidation Electrocatalysis

Molecular copper water oxidation electrocatalysts have been extensively studied in recent years for their potential use in artificial photosynthetic systems for solar energy conversion. Although ligand modification and its ability to influence catalytic properties is a key advantage of molecular systems, there are, as yet, few examples of systematic studies of these effects. Our oxidatively resistant pyalk (2-pyridyl-2-propanoate) ligand forms a complex with copper(II) that catalyzes water oxidation and provides an attractive scaffold for systematic ligand tuning. Here, we report a series of analogous copper complexes with electron-donating (methoxy-) and -withdrawing (methoxycarbonyl-) groups at the para-position of the pyalk ligand. Trends in the pKa and redox potential align with first-principles predictions for the electron-withdrawing and electron-donating groups. While the modified complexes show good activity for water oxidation, lowered faradaic efficiency in comparison to the parent complex highlights the importance of stability considerations for catalyst tuning.

Promoting photocatalytic performance of TiO2 nanomaterials by structural and electronic modulation

Titanium dioxide (TiO2) possessing excellent visible light response and high separation efficiency of charges without sacrificing its redox ability predicts significant opportunities for an efficient solar energy conversion system. Herein, novel TiO2 nanomaterials with upward-shifted conduction bands and tunable crystal phases were prepared by a lysine doping method. Lysine-doped TiO2 (LDT) showed enhanced reduction potential, efficient charge separation, and improved visible-light absorption. As photocatalysts, LDTs exhibited boosting photocatalytic ability both in light-to-chemical conversion and in refractory pollutant degradation. They can convert visible light to chemical energy and store in nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NADH) independent of any electron mediator with a yield of ca. 90%, far beyond that of the undoped TiO2 (13%). As for the refractory pollutant removal, compared to the negligible effect over the undoped TiO2 and commercial titania P25, lysine doping in TiO2 performs as a reaction switch to enable the photodegradation of 4-chlorophenol (4-CP) to proceed. More than 80% of 4-CP was removed with a kinetic constant of 0.8801 h−1. This work presents a distinctive strategy to precisely control the structure of TiO2 nanomaterials and provides a fresh insight into the structural and electronic modulation to promote their photocatalytic performance.

Investigation of thermal characteristics and entropy generation in a solar collector including Fly Ash-Cu hybrid nanofluids: Numerical approach using mixture model

Heat transfer enhancement is one of the substantial challenges in solar energy conversion systems. By using two different working fluids, namely water and Fly Ash-Cu/water hybrid nanofluids (80:20 Vol.%), this numerical research aims to improve heat transfer by modeling the flat plate solar collector's (FPSC) tube in a zigzag shape instead of a common straight pipe. The innovation of the present study is to evaluate the second law of thermodynamics in a proposed solar collector including Fly Ash-Cu/water hybrid nanofluids and compare the second law of thermodynamics’ results with the Mixture model. Also, various thermal characteristics, such as the Nusselt number, convection heat transfer coefficient (HTC), friction factor, and outlet temperature, are examined at different nanoparticle concentrations, two inlet temperatures, and different mass flow rates. The system works under conjugated laminar mixed convection and constant solar irradiation, 800 W m-2. Results reveal that working fluid pumps with a higher flow rate increase Nusselt number, convection heat transfer coefficient, and friction entropy generation, about 33.33%, 41%, and 88%, respectively, while outlet temperature, friction factor, and thermal entropy generation decrease with increasing mass flow rate. Furthermore, using nanoparticles with a higher concentration considerably increase friction and thermal entropy generation.

Internal magnetic-field-enhanced photogenerated charge separation in ferromagnetic TiO2 surface heterojunctions

The use of the internal magnetic field of ferromagnets can effectively promote charge separation and transfer (CST) in photoelectrochemical energy conversion. However, photoelectrochemical materials with a ferromagnetic field are scarce, and the internal magnetic field is negligible in nonferromagnetic materials. To address this issue, we propose a rational method for preparing ferromagnetic TiO2 powder using controllable oxygen vacancies in anatase TiO2 with co-exposed {001} and {101} facets. Accordingly, an excellent saturation magnetisation of 0.0014 emu/g in TiO2 is achieved owing to an asymmetric and uneven charge distribution. Compared with that of nonferromagnetic TiO2, the efficiency of photocatalytic hydrogen generation of ferromagnetic TiO2 is improved by 0.64 times. The enhancement of photocatalytic hydrogen generation is due to the different forces exerted on the electrons and holes in the magnetic field, which significantly improve the photogenerated CST efficiency of ferromagnetic TiO2. This result highlights the significant role of the synergistic regulation of the crystal structure and defects in regulating the ferromagnetic characteristics of materials. The findings of this study provide guidance for leveraging point defects to promote CST for high-efficiency solar-energy conversion systems.

Radially graded metal foams arrangement in heat storage device of photothermal utilization systems

Metal foam was adopted for improving inherent low thermal conductivity of traditional thermal energy storage (TES), which conducted higher solar energy conversion efficiency. With consideration of more energy response and the mixing enhancement effect on heat conduction and natural convection, this work investigated a vertical TES tube in solar energy photothermal utilization systems, embedded in metallic foam with radial gradient porosity and pore density. Experiments and simulations have both been carried out. It is thoroughly examined how the liquid fraction, solid-liquid interface, temperature field, and velocity field evolve, and the properties of energy storage, such as heat transfer density and energy storage quantity, are further assessed. Results demonstrated that the melting duration was shortened by 11.2% for the positive radially graded porosity arrangement and prolonged by 16.8% for the negative, in comparison to the homogeneous structure. Meanwhile, influenced by the varied porosity, the temperature uniformity was enhanced by 4.9% for the positive and was deteriorated by 15.1% for the negative. In addition, positive and negative gradient pore density respectively increased the temperature uniformity of by 15.1% and 16.7%. Based above, metal foam tube with negative gradient porosity and pore density was suggested to build the more efficient photothermal solar energy conversion systems due to faster melting process and more homogeneous temperature uniformity.

The Green Box: Selenoviologen-Based Tetracationic Cyclophane for Electrochromism, Host–Guest Interactions, and Visible-Light Photocatalysis

The novel selenoviologen-based tetracationic cyclophanes (green boxes 3 and 5) with rigid electron-deficient cavities are synthesized via SN2 reactions in two steps. The green boxes exhibit good redox properties, narrow energy gaps, and strong absorption in the visible range (370-470 nm), especially for the green box 5 containing two selenoviologen (SeV2+) units. Meanwhile, the femtosecond transient absorption (fs-TA) reveals that the green boxes have a stabilized dicationic biradical, high efficiency of intramolecular charge transfer (ICT), and long-lived charge separation state due to the formation of cyclophane structure. Based on the excellent photophysical and redox properties, the green boxes are applied to electrochromic devices (ECDs) and visible-light-driven hydrogen production with a high H2 generation rate (34 μmol/h), turnover number (203), and apparent quantum yield (5.33 × 10-2). In addition, the host-guest recognitions are demonstrated between the green boxes and electron-rich guests (e.g., G1:1-naphthol and G2:platinum(II)-tethered naphthalene) in MeCN through C-H···π and π···π interactions. As a one-component system, the host-guest complexes of green box⊃G2 are successfully applied to visible-light photocatalytic hydrogen production due to the intramolecular electron transfer (IET) between platinum(II) of G2 and SeV2+ of the green box, which provides a simplified system for solar energy conversion.

Fluorescence quenching in thylakoid membranes induced by single-walled carbon nanotubes.

The distinct photochemical and electrochemical properties of single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) boosted the research interest in nanomaterial utilization in different in vivo and in vitro photosynthetic biohybrid setups. Aiming to unravel the yet not fully understood energetic interactions between the nanotubes and photosynthetic pigment-protein assemblies in an aqueous milieu, we studied SWCNT effects on the photochemical reactions of isolated thylakoid membranes (TMs), Photosystem II (PSII)-enriched membrane fragments and light-harvesting complexes (LHCII). The SWCNTs induced quenching of the steady-state chlorophyll fluorescence in the TM-biohybrid systems with a corresponding shortening of the average fluorescence lifetimes. The effect was not related to changes in the integrity and macroorganization of the photosynthetic membranes. Moreover, we found no evidence for direct excitation energy exchange between the SWCNTs and pigment-protein complexes, since neither the steady-state nor time-resolved fluorescence of LHCII-biohybrid systems differed from the corresponding controls. The attenuation of the fluorescence signal in the TM-biohybrid systems indicates possible leakage of photosynthetic electrons toward the nanotubes that most probably occurs at the level of the PSII acceptor site. Although it is too early to speculate on the nature of the involved electron donors and intermediate states, the observed energetic interaction could be exploited to increase the photoelectron capture efficiency of natural biohybrid systems for solar energy conversion.

Experimental investigation on electrical power and thermal energy storage performance of a solar hybrid PV/T-PCM energy conversion system

This paper presents the experimental investigation under real environmental conditions of a solar hybrid energy conversion system consisting of latent heat thermal storage (LHTS) and a PV/T panel. In this context, the heat energy from the sun was transferred to the heat transfer fluid (HTF) by means of a heat collector positioned so as not to affect the solar radiation absorption of the PV/T panel. A closed-loop liquid circulation system was developed between the heat collector and the phase change material (PCM) container to transfer the heat transferred from the sun to the PCM container. In addition, the upper surface was designed with optical material in order to increase the energy storage capacity of the PCM container. In the experimental study, a PV/T panel with a maximum electrical power generation capacity of 40 W, measuring 424 × 674 × 25 mm at a 36° azimuth and tilt angle, was used. Commercial RT55 was used as PCM, and tap water was used as HTF. The experimental study was performed between 9:09 and 18:17 on a sunny day under atmospheric conditions. The results of the paper show that a maximum of 30.56 W of electrical power can be produced from the PV/T panel at 14:00, whereas a maximum of 1.2 W of heat energy can be stored in the PCM container at 11:00. On the other hand, the total power of the solar hybrid energy conversion system reached its maximum value of 31.54 W at 12:00. In addition, the rate of energy stored in the PCM within the solar hybrid energy conversion system reached its highest value at 10:00, with 4.5%.

Investigation on Modelling and Control of Induction Machine

The usage of renewable resources results in easing the burden on exhaustible fuels. Consequently, there is a marked reduction in pollution and an improvement in the general environmental conditions. Shifting from exhaustible fuel to a clean energy-based system is a sure-shot way of combating the adverse effects of rapid climate change. This study is a comparison of two MPPT control methods applied to a solar energy conversion system. The two algorithms i.e., Perturb and Observe, and Modified Perturb and Observe were implemented in Simulink and their results were compared. The analysis revealed comparative details related to the system.

Interfacial assembly of photosystem II on nanotubular V2O5/TiO2 for photocurrent generation

Photosystem II (PSII) as a membrane protein in natural photosynthesis possesses the key capacity of water splitting under light irradiation. Recently, PSII has been investigated in the semi-artificial photo-bioelectrochemical systems for solar energy conversion, and the conversion efficiency is greatly affected by the electronic communication between the PSII and the electrode. Here, a semi-artificial photoanode system was fabricated by the interfacial assembly of PSII on the ITO electrode modified by the nanotubular V2O5/TiO2 composite material synthesized through layer-by-layer self-assembly process and sol–gel method using cellulosic filter paper as template. This hybrid photoanode exhibits obviously improved photocurrent responses, compared with the PSII photoanode without electrode surface modification and the hybrid PSII/V2O5, PSII/TiO2 photoanodes. Particularly, the direct electron transfer photocurrent with higher stability is nearly 19 times that of the PSII photoanode. And a further 17-fold increase is shown in the mediated electron transfer photocurrent test. The enhanced photoelectric conversion properties of this hybrid PSII-based photoanode could be beneficial from the three-dimensional hierarchical microstructure of V2O5/TiO2 composite that promotes the protein immobilization, as well as the matched band energy that forms a cascaded electron transfer. This work may open a new route for the construction of advanced solar energy conversion systems based on photoactive PSII combined with artificial metal oxide and other semiconductor nanomaterials.

Experimentally validated numerical model of multi-spectral bands radiative transport in solar receiver/reactor with photo-active porous absorber reacting media

Solar energy efficient utilization such as solar thermal energy storage and thermochemical conversion technologies is an effective way of closing carbon cycles with systematic green environmental remediation. Understanding the complexity of induced light with its spectrum and intensity feature is crucial for the further optimization of the solar system using a more advanced concept such as photothermal catalysis. This study discussed the radiation transfer processes in detail and clarified the principles and assumptions underlying the photothermal effect in the solar receiver/reactor. In addition, the phenomenon of radiation absorption through the porous interface is discussed and the solution of the equivalent surface is given out. Based on the above discussion, a two-bands numerical model is established with various numerical methods to adapt the properties of different surfaces and irradiation sources. The numerical model is validated by experimental data and used to estimate both spectra and intensity transfer characteristics through the solar reactor. The analysis of optimal operation condition, distribution coefficient, spectral feature of glasses, and thermal-optical performance are presented based on advanced numerical model. This study deepens the understanding of radiative transfer mechanisms in solar energy conversion systems and provides pioneering theoretical guidance with an advanced numerical method for the further optimization of a system-level photothermal catalysis process.

In-situ preparation of Co2P decorated ZnSe photocatalysts for boosting photocatalytic H2 generation under visible light

Zinc selenide (ZnSe) has recently developed into an appealing semiconductor material for visible-light-driven photocatalytic H2 production due to its suitable band gap and superior stability. However, constructing ZnSe-based hybrid systems to improve charge separation and photocatalytic performance remains challenging. Herein, Co2P/ZnSe composites are synthesized by a facile in-situ solvothermal method for efficient H2 production via photocatalytic water splitting. The optimized 8.4% Co2P/ZnSe composite displays an excellent H2 production rate of 2799 μmol g−1 h−1, exceeding that of pristine ZnSe by a factor of 4.2. The significant improvement in the photocatalytic H2 reaction of Co2P/ZnSe composites is attributed to the formed intimate interfaces through the in-situ growth of ultrafine Co2P onto ZnSe. At the same, Co2P can act as a profitable cocatalyst coupled with ZnSe to promote the separation and transfer of photogenerated charge carriers. This work brings valuable insights into the preparation and photocatalytic mechanism of ZnSe anchored with metal phosphide, which may be further extended to other solar energy conversion systems.

A novel ANROA based control approach for grid-tied multi-functional solar energy conversion system

An adaptive control approach for a three-phase grid-interfaced solar photovoltaic system based on the new Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System with Rain Optimization Algorithm (ANROA) methodology is proposed and discussed in this manuscript. This method incorporates an Adaptive Neuro-fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS) with a Rain Optimization Algorithm (ROA). The ANFIS controller has excellent maximum tracking capability because it includes features of both neural and fuzzy techniques. The ROA technique is in charge of controlling the voltage source converter switching. Avoiding power quality problems including voltage fluctuations, harmonics, and flickers as well as unbalanced loads and reactive power usage is the major goal. Besides, the proposed method performs at zero voltage regulation and unity power factor modes. The suggested control approach has been modeled and simulated, and its performance has been assessed using existing alternative methods. A statistical analysis of proposed and existing techniques has been also presented and discussed. The results of the simulations demonstrate that, when compared to alternative approaches, the suggested strategy may properly and effectively identify the best global solutions. Furthermore, the system’s robustness has been studied by using MATLAB/SIMULINK environment and experimentally by Field Programmable Gate Arrays Controller (FPGA)-based Hardware-in-Loop (HLL).