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This study introduces the V-Tiger PID controller for automated voltage regulators, enhancing stability and performance. The novel V-Tiger tuning method optimizes PID gains for robust control in AVR systems.

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Area of Science:

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Control Systems

Background:

  • Automated Voltage Regulator (AVR) systems require precise control for stable power generation.
  • Traditional PID controller tuning methods may not achieve optimal performance under system uncertainties.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and evaluate a novel PID controller tuning technique, Virtual Time response-based iterative gain evaluation and re-design (V-Tiger), for AVR systems.
  • To compare the performance and robustness of the V-Tiger PID controller against other established methods.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a mathematical model for the AVR system.
  • Initialization of PID gains using the Pessen Integral Rule.
  • Iterative gain adjustment using Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) within the V-Tiger framework.
  • MATLAB simulations for performance and robustness analysis.

Main Results:

  • The V-Tiger PID controller demonstrated superior transient response and stability compared to heuristic methods.
  • Robustness analysis indicated a robust stability margin of 3.5 for the V-Tiger PID controller.
  • Performance degradation curves quantified the controller's stability under uncertainties.

Conclusions:

  • The V-Tiger tuning technique offers an effective approach for optimizing PID controllers in AVR systems.
  • The proposed controller exhibits significant robustness, ensuring stable operation under various uncertainties.
  • Further research into advanced optimization techniques can enhance control performance in industrial applications.