Standalone hybrid generation system for the remote area of Thar, Pakistan
5. Conclusion
A hybrid power system which consists of PV-arrays, and wind turbines with energy storing devices
(battery bank) and power electronic devices has been discussed in this paper
to achieve an efficient
and cost competitive system configuration so electrification of the rural area like THAR, Pakistan can
be done where electricity from the main grid has not reached yet due to capital cost and other
limitations.
For the different energy sources, where some are AC
sources and others DC sources, different
connecting topologies are proposed in this paper. The proposed connecting configurations are
compared to select the one with the best efficiency of power consumption
to the consumers by
considering each power sources independently. It is found that with the Mixed-coupling HPSs, best
efficiency of power consumption can be achieved when compared with the other topologies and the
selected topology is used for further investigation.
Various significant aspects of system, such as
unit sizing and optimization, modeling of system
components and optimal energy flow management strategies, are specifically reviewed. Different
sizing techniques have been reviewed under classification based on availability of weather data. The
equivalent models including several physical mechanisms of these
system components have been
extensively discussed with a broad classification in modeling section.
The different systems components and overall system is modeled using MATLAB/Simulink blocks.
The appropriate sizes of system elements are applied to each PMS and the models are simulated. The
simulation results verify that the results are in accordance to the mathematical modeling, which
depends on the governing energy and power equations. The demand can be met easily at all the time
and the charging/discharging of the battery is controlled between the upper and lower limits. The
proper sizing of system elements results in the efficient utilization of the power from the renewable
sources and the battery bank.
Future trends include cutting edge technology development to increase the efficiency of such hybrid
systems and encouragement in terms of its implementation. HRES has an immense potential to meet
the
load demand of remote, isolated sites and can contribute significantly to both rural as well as
urban development. This in turn reduces the central generation capacity and increases overall system
reliability. These units can supply uninterrupted power at zero emission level,
which is the major
advantage of such systems. The widespread use of hybrid renewable energy systems will not only
solve the energy issues but also ensure a green and sustainable planet.
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