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A critical evaluation on maximum power point tracking methods for partial shading in PV systems

Ahmed, Jubaer; Salam, Zainal

Authors

Zainal Salam



Abstract

As photovoltaic (PV) system suffers considerable energy loss due to partial shading (PS), various approaches have been proposed to mitigate this problem. Among these, improving the maximum power point tracker (MPPT) algorithm seems to be the most feasible and economical solution. To date, there appears to be an absence of a single review paper that critically evaluates the performance of various types of MPPT algorithms during PS. To fill this gap, fifty prominent works on PS are analyzed from the theoretical and operational point of view. In particular, the paper will closely address the accurate detection for PS occurrence and the efficiency of global peak tracking. For certain selected cases, in-depth analysis is carried out to allow for an improved understanding on the operational intricacies of the algorithm. It is envisaged that this review paper would be a valuable one-stop reference to enable PV professionals to make more informed decisions when designing or choosing new MPPT algorithms for their inverters.

Citation

Ahmed, J., & Salam, Z. (2015). A critical evaluation on maximum power point tracking methods for partial shading in PV systems. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 47, 933-953. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2015.03.080

Journal Article Type Article
Acceptance Date Mar 9, 2015
Online Publication Date Apr 1, 2015
Publication Date 2015-07
Deposit Date Dec 28, 2021
Journal Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews
Print ISSN 1364-0321
Publisher Elsevier
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Volume 47
Pages 933-953
DOI https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2015.03.080
Keywords Partial shading, MPPT, Photovoltaic (PV) system, Review, Soft computing
Public URL http://researchrepository.napier.ac.uk/Output/2823282