Sizing and Simulation of an Energy Sufficient Stand-alone PV Pumping System

摘要

In this paper, methods for sizing of PV pumping systems and the simulation of (DTC) Direct Torque Control of induction motor that is used for piloting a water pump supplied by a photovoltaic generator are presented. The sizing of the PV pumping system is based on the calculation of the water needs, the required hydraulic energy and the estimation of available solar power. The best sizing of the PV pumping system may further help in reducing its cost and optimize its efficiency. The proposed system includes a solar panel, a DC/DC converter with MPPT control, a voltage inverter with pulse width modulation (PWM). The Pump is driven by a Three Phase Induction Motor. In order to control the water flow in the pump, Direct torque control of induction machine is used. The simulations are carried out in Matlab/Simulink.