Hybrid AHP-VIKOR methodology for multi-criteria decision-making in marine renewable energy systems: Optimizing DC-DC buck converters for sustainable offshore applications
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.This study introduces a hybrid AHP-VIKOR method to rank DC-DC buck converters for sustainable offshore energy. The approach identifies optimal designs balancing efficiency, reliability, and durability for marine applications.
Area Of Science
- Marine renewable energy systems
- Sustainable power electronics
- Offshore energy conversion
Background
- Growing demand for sustainable offshore energy requires efficient power conversion.
- DC-DC buck converters are vital for offshore wind, wave, and solar energy systems.
- Selecting optimal converters involves balancing efficiency, reliability, cost, thermal performance, and size in harsh marine environments.
Purpose Of The Study
- To propose and validate a hybrid Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) and VIsekriterijumska Optimizacija I Kompromisno Resenje (VIKOR) methodology.
- To systematically evaluate and rank DC-DC buck converter designs for offshore renewable energy applications.
- To ensure environmentally conscious and data-driven selection of power electronics for marine environments.
Main Methods
- Integration of expert-driven weighting using AHP.
- Quantitative multi-criteria ranking using the VIKOR method.
- Hybrid approach to address complex trade-offs in converter selection.
Main Results
- Identification of the most optimal DC-DC buck converter design based on defined criteria.
- Achieved high efficiency and minimal thermal losses in the selected design.
- Demonstrated improved durability for converters operating in harsh marine conditions.
Conclusions
- The hybrid AHP-VIKOR methodology provides a robust framework for selecting sustainable offshore power converters.
- The study contributes to the development of resilient and energy-efficient marine power electronics.
- This approach supports informed decision-making for sustainable offshore energy infrastructure.
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