Enhancing Solar Panel Efficiency via MPPT with CUK Converter
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https://doi.org/10.56532/mjsat.v6i1.719Keywords:
PV System, DC-DC Converter, MPPT Algorithm, PWMAbstract
This project focuses on improving the efficiency of photovoltaic (PV) systems through the development of a CUK converter integrated with the Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) algorithm. This is because the increasing global emphasis on renewable energy has caused the reliability and efficiency of solar energy systems to become increasingly important. Although conventional boost converters used in PV systems have shown good performance, they still fail to achieve optimal power extraction under varying irradiance conditions. This failure has also been the main cause of interrupted input current and even increases the voltage stress on the switch. Therefore, the use of a CUK converter has been introduced in this project to address the limitations that have been encountered by providing a smoother output and reducing the ripple effect. In the implementation of this project, the main objective is to increase the input current generation and energy efficiency by 2-5% across different irradiance conditions while minimizing the voltage stress on the converter components. Therefore, a systematic flow chart has been developed to ensure the smooth implementation of this project by identifying critical areas that require more attention. The implementation of this project also outlines a comprehensive methodology that includes a detailed literature review to identify gaps between knowledge followed by design and simulation for CUK converters using advanced software tools such as MATLAB Simulink and Proteus 8 Professional.
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