Tracking the maximum power from a PV panels using of Neuro-fuzzy controller

Abstract

Photovoltaic electricity is seen as an important source of renewable energy. The photovoltaic array is an unstable source of power since the peak power point depends on the temperature and the irradiation level. This paper presents a simulation of PV system (PV panel, boost inverter and a resistance load) using MATLAB. To prove the efficiency of this system we applied two methods of MPPT. The different steps of the design of these algorithms of MPPT are presented together with its simulation. The performance comparison between Neuro-fuzzy controller and Incremental conductance method (IncCond) has been carried out which shown the effectiveness of Neuro-fuzzy logic controller to draw much energy and a fast response against change in working conditions.