scholarly journals Comparison of Small-Scale Wind Energy Conversion Systems: Economic Indexes

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 144-155 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Shahzad Nazir ◽  
Yeqin Wang ◽  
Muhammad Bilal ◽  
Hafiz M. Sohail ◽  
Athraa Ali Kadhem ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Wind Energy ◽  
Energy Conversion ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Net Present Value ◽  
Recovery Period ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Energy System ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Wind Energy Conversion

Wind energy is considered as one of the most prominent sources of energy for sustainable development. This technology is of interest owing to its capability to produce clean, eco-friendly, and cost-effective energy for small-scale users and rural areas where grid power availability is insufficient. Wind power generation has developed rapidly in the past decade and is expected to play a vital role in the economic development of countries. Therefore, studying dominant economic factors is crucial to properly approach public and private financing for this emerging technology, as industrial growth and energy demands may outpace further economic studies earlier than expected. In this study, a strategy-focused method for performing economic analysis on wind energy based on financial net present value, levelized cost of energy, internal rate of return, and investment recovery period is presented. Numerical and simulation results depict the most optimal and economical system from a 3 and a 10 kW wind energy conversion system (WECS). Moreover, the aforementioned criteria are used to determine which WECS range is the most suitable investment with the shortest payback period. Finally, an economically viable and profitable wind energy system is recommended.

Design and Analysis of an MPPT Technique for Small-Scale Wind Energy Conversion Systems

2013 ◽  
Vol 28 (3) ◽  
pp. 756-767 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zakariya M. Dalala ◽  
Zaka Ullah Zahid ◽  
Wensong Yu ◽  
Younghoon Cho ◽  
Jih-Sheng Lai
Keyword(s):  
Wind Energy ◽  
Energy Conversion ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Wind Energy Conversion ◽  
Wind Energy Conversion Systems ◽  
Energy Conversion Systems

MPPT Control of PMSG Based Small-Scale Wind Energy Conversion System Connected to DC-Bus

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Emre Hasan Dursun ◽  
Ahmet Afsin Kulaksiz
Keyword(s):  
Power Generation ◽  
Wind Speed ◽  
Wind Energy ◽  
Energy Conversion ◽  
Maximum Power ◽  
Speed Ratio ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Variable Speed ◽  
Wind Energy Conversion ◽  
Dc Bus

AbstractWhile the use of renewable energy systems in electric power generation is increasing more and more, wind energy conversion systems (WECS) receive considerable attention among these. Thanks to the ability of power generation in all wind speed range by controlling the rotor speed, Variable Speed WECSs are more preferred than fixed speed WECSs. When considering small-scale applications in variable speed WECS, Permanent Magnet Synchronous Generator (PMSG) based WECS structures are focus of the interest due to their advantages such as high efficiency and low maintenance costs. The generator must be operated at an optimum speed to obtain maximum power from the WECS. Moreover, different Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) methods can be used to control and determine optimal operating speed. In this paper, WECS configuration consists of PMSG, uncontrolled rectifier, DC link capacitor, DC-DC boost converter and DC-Bus. Capturing the maximum power from WECS and supplying the DC-Bus is performed via tip speed ratio and PI control (TSR-PI) based MPPT method. Moreover, two wind speed profiles having constant and instant changes are created to test the performance of the proposed method. For comparison purposes, perturbation & observation (P&O) based MPPT method is also carried out in here. According to obtained results from this study performed in Matlab/Simulink environment, it is verified that TSR-PI based MPPT method ensures higher power and efficiency for these wind speed profiles by means of a more successful generator speed tracking.

scholarly journals Wind Energy Potential in Kuching Areas of Sarawak for Small-Scale Power Application

2015 ◽  
Vol 15 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
S.M. Lawan ◽  
W.A.W.Z. Abidin ◽  
W.Y. Chai ◽  
Azhaili Baharun ◽  
Thelaha Masri
Keyword(s):  
Wind Energy ◽  
Lower Layer ◽  
National Development ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Energy System ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Energy Potential ◽  
Wind Energy Potential ◽  
Power Application ◽  
Wind Energy Systems

Energy is a catalyst for national development; most of the countries depend on hydrocarbon fuels for power generation. The traditional sources of energy are exorbitant and finite. In addition, they emit excessive carbon dioxide and other gases into the lower layer of the atmosphere which influence the increase occurrence of global warming in the world. Recently, renewable energy’s are gaining more attraction and attention in many parts of the globe, due to non-polluting characteristics. Among the renewable, wind power has emerged as safest and cleanest resource that will satisfy the need of energy in a cost effective way. Wind energy system can suit the energy need for grid and stand alone mode. This paper investigates the potential of wind energy in Kuching for small-scale application. The study employed three years wind speed data spanning from 2010-2012 observed at the Kuching meteorological station. Details of the analysis and potential of using wind energy systems are presented. Additionally, the output performances of two wind turbines are examined on the basis of the computed Weibull distribution.

scholarly journals Experimental Study of a Small Scale Hydraulic System for Mechanical Wind Energy Conversion into Heat

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (7) ◽  
pp. 637 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tadas Zdankus ◽  
Jurgita Cerneckiene ◽  
Andrius Jurelionis ◽  
Juozas Vaiciunas
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Study ◽  
Wind Energy ◽  
Energy Conversion ◽  
Hydraulic System ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Wind Energy Conversion
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