AN MPPT-ENHANCED BATTERY CHARGING REGULATOR FOR HYBRID SOLAR-WIND ENERGY SYSTEMS INCORPORATING SUPPLEMENTARY ALGORITHMS

Abstract

A novel battery charging regulator for hybrid solar-wind energy systems, utilizing Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) alongside additional algorithms to enhance energy efficiency. The proposed framework incorporates MPPT to adaptively modify the power output from photovoltaic (PV) panels and wind turbines, thereby guaranteeing optimal energy extraction in response to fluctuating environmental conditions. Complementing MPPT, additional algorithms improve the system's functionality by mitigating energy variations, preventing battery overcharging, and maintaining system stability. The integration of these methodologies results in enhanced energy management and storage efficiency, thereby bolstering the reliability and sustainability of hybrid renewable energy systems. Both simulation and experimental findings substantiate the efficacy of the proposed framework in optimizing energy harvesting and prolonging battery life.