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Direct adaptive control of wind energy conversion systems using Gaussian networks.

M A Mayosky1, I E Cancelo

  • 1Industrial Electronics and Control Laboratory, Department of Electronics, University of La Plata, La Plata, Argentina.

IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks
|February 7, 2008
PubMed
Summary
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This study introduces a novel adaptive control strategy for grid-connected wind energy conversion systems (WECS). The direct adaptive control ensures stable operation by combining neural networks with supervisory control for nonlinearities.

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Area of Science:

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Control Systems
  • Renewable Energy

Background:

  • Grid-connected wind energy conversion systems (WECS) exhibit complex nonlinear dynamics.
  • Effective control is crucial for stable and efficient power generation from wind turbines.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a direct adaptive control strategy for WECS.
  • To address the challenges posed by nonlinear characteristics in windmills and electric generators.

Main Methods:

  • A hybrid control approach combining a radial basis function network-based adaptive controller and a supervisory controller.
  • Lyapunov stability analysis to derive control laws and adaptation mechanisms.
  • Application to a typical turbine/generator pair for validation.

Main Results:

  • The proposed direct adaptive control strategy effectively drives tracking error to zero.
  • The supervisory controller ensures stability when neural network approximation properties are uncertain.
  • Demonstrated feasibility and performance on a standard WECS model.

Conclusions:

  • The developed adaptive control strategy offers a robust solution for WECS control.
  • The combination of adaptive neural networks and supervisory control enhances system stability and performance.
  • This approach is viable for practical implementation in grid-connected wind energy systems.