Title :
A microprocessor based controller for remote site PV systems including hardware design criteria and advanced control algorithms
Author :
Danley, Douglas R. ; Gerken, Kenneth F.
Author_Institution :
Integrated Power Corp., Rockville, MD, USA
fDate :
30 Oct-2 Nov 1988
Abstract :
The authors evaluate the performance of a microprocessor-based controller developed for remote-site photovoltaic (PV) systems. They also review ongoing advances in the concept of intelligent controls. It is concluded that a reliable microprocessor-based power system controller offers significant advantages over analog controls for remote site PV and PV hybrid systems. The digital control logic allows customization in software rather than hardware, and expansion capabilities provide for the ability to control more complex power systems anticipated in the future
Keywords :
controllers; digital control; microcomputer applications; photovoltaic power systems; control algorithms; digital control logic; hardware design criteria; intelligent controls; microprocessor based controller; remote site PV systems; Control systems; Digital control; Hybrid power systems; Intelligent control; Logic; Microprocessors; Photovoltaic systems; Power system control; Power system reliability; Solar power generation;
Conference_Titel :
Telecommunications Energy Conference, 1988. INTELEC '88., 10th International
Conference_Location :
San Diego, CA
DOI :
10.1109/INTLEC.1988.22376
