Position Control Algorithms of Photovoltaic Panels with Respect to the Incidence of Sunlight

Peñaranda Vicente, Cárdenas Michelle, Parra Pablo

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Abstract

This paper shows the design and operation of a one-axis sun position tracker prototype for use in energy harvesting systems with photovoltaic panels. The prototype design is characterized by using low-cost control elements that allow applying the control algorithms in a simple way using Matlab/Simulink for the development and execution of the PID, FUZZY and PREDICTIVE control algorithms, to evaluate their operation independently in the sun position follower prototype. The control parameters to be considered for the evaluation are the percentage over level, the time and the error in steady state. An external light is used to simulate sunlight, making it possible to show that the predictive controller obtains the best results compared to the other two controllers used.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the 21st LACCEI International Multi-Conference for Engineering, Education and Technology
Subtitle of host publicationLeadership in Education and Innovation in Engineering in the Framework of Global Transformations: Integration and Alliances for Integral Development, LACCEI 2023
EditorsMaria M. Larrondo Petrie, Jose Texier, Rodolfo Andres Rivas Matta
PublisherLatin American and Caribbean Consortium of Engineering Institutions
ISBN (Electronic)9786289520743
StatePublished - 2023
Event21st LACCEI International Multi-Conference for Engineering, Education and Technology, LACCEI 2023 - Buenos Aires, Argentina
Duration: 19 Jul 202321 Jul 2023

Publication series

NameProceedings of the LACCEI international Multi-conference for Engineering, Education and Technology
Volume2023-July
ISSN (Electronic)2414-6390

Conference

Conference21st LACCEI International Multi-Conference for Engineering, Education and Technology, LACCEI 2023
Country/TerritoryArgentina
CityBuenos Aires
Period19/07/2321/07/23

Bibliographical note

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© 2023 Latin American and Caribbean Consortium of Engineering Institutions. All rights reserved.

Keywords

  • Control
  • Fuzzy
  • PID
  • Predictive
  • Solar tracker

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