Analysis of maximum power point tracking (MPPT) in solar power generation

Abstract

This paper focuses on the review of maximum power point tracking (MPPT) algorithms analysis in solar power generation systems. A theoretical study has been done with multiple algorithms to achieve the peak powerpoint with the aid of mat lab Simulink tools. MPPT is a fully electronic-based system which can track the maximum power accurately in the photovoltaic simulation model. This paper analyses the existing MPPT algorithms under the categories; the types of sensors required, convergence speed, cost, range of effectiveness, implementation hardware requirements and popularity in the photovoltaic system.