Management of an Energy System based on Hybrid Photovoltaic-Thermal Collectors
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https://doi.org/10.22399/ijcesen.5121Keywords:
PVT collectors, PVT modeling, MPPT, thermal regulation, Energy managementAbstract
Hybrid photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) collectors represent a promising technology for improving the overall energy efficiency of solar conversion systems. This work presents a comprehensive approach to modeling and managing an energy system based on hybrid PVT collectors. The developed model integrates the electrical and thermal aspects of the system, enabling a detailed performance analysis under various operating conditions. Results demonstrate that optimized management can improve the overall system efficiency by 15 to 25% compared to conventional photovoltaic systems, with combined electricity and heat production. In this paper, a development of a unified electro-thermal modeling approach is coupled with a coordinated energy management algorithm that optimizes both electrical power extraction and thermal regulation in PVT collectors. This integrated methodology provides a deeper understanding of the coupled behavior of hybrid solar systems and offers an effective tool for the design and optimization of high-efficiency renewable energy installations. The proposed management algorithm uses an advanced Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) controller coupled with intelligent thermal regulation to maximize energy extraction while maintaining optimal operating temperatures.
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