International Journal of Applied Power Engineering (IJAPE)
International Journal of Applied Power Engineering (IJAPE) focuses on the applied works in the areas of power generation, transmission and distribution, sustainable energy, applications of power control in large power systems, etc. The main objective of IJAPE is to bring out the latest practices in research in the above mentioned areas for efficient and cost effective operations of power systems. The journal covers, but not limited to, the following scope: electric power generation, transmission and distribution, energy conversion, electrical machinery, sustainable energy, insulation, solar energy, high-power semiconductors, power quality, power economic, FACTS, renewable energy, electromagnetic compatibility, electrical engineering materials, high voltage insulation technologies, high voltage apparatuses, lightning, protection system, power system analysis, SCADA, and electrical measurements.
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Control of a stand-alone photovoltaic/battery bank system to supply energy to resistance load
G. Giftson Samuel;
M. Muthuramaligam;
P. S. Manoharan;
C. Christober Asir Rajan
International Journal of Applied Power Engineering (IJAPE) Vol 8, No 1: April 2019
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijape.v8.i1.pp93-100
In this paper, supervisor control for stand-alone hybrid power system to supply energy to resistance load is presented. The hybrid system is used to produce energy withoutinterruption and it consists of a photovoltaic generator (PV), and a battery bank. PV system work in parallel via DC/DC converter and the battery bank is used to store the excess of energy. The mathematical model topology, the identification of each subsystem and the control supervision of theglobal system are the contribution of this paper. Obtained results under Matlab/Simulink presented and discussed.
Performance of Grid-connected Photovoltaic System in Equatorial Rainforest Fully Humid Climate of Malaysia
Mohamad Zhafran Hussin;
A. M. Omar;
Z. M. Zain;
S. Shaari
International Journal of Applied Power Engineering (IJAPE) Vol 2, No 3: December 2013
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijape.v2.i3.pp105-114
This paper presents a result obtained from a comparative study among three different photovoltaic (PV) module technologies for grid-connected photovoltaic system (GCPV) under Malaysia’s real operating conditions. The obtained results were slightly different from the performance ratio (PR) investigation which showed the average annual performance of 78.2% for polycrystalline, 94.6% for a-Si thin-film and 81% for monocrystalline PV technologies over four years monitored period. The outdoor evaluation results showed that a-Si thin-film PV modules demonstrate the highest and better in terms of final yield, performance ratio and PV array/system efficiency over the entire monitored period. In other hands, a-Si thin-film demonstrated the reliability and better in system performance
Utilization of the finite element method for the calculation and examination of underground power cable ampacity
Mahmood Khalid Hadi
International Journal of Applied Power Engineering (IJAPE) Vol 8, No 3: December 2019
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijape.v8.i3.pp257-264
Currently, the use of underground electric cables is a regular feature of present-day power transmission and distribution schemes. Issues related to economical limitations and the lack of adequate space led to the need for cables with an elevated current carrying capacity (ampacity). In order to achieve this objective, public services around the globe are focusing not only on better designs, but also on improving the level of precision in the context of cable parameter values. Precise parameter values are essential for ensuring that the replicated outcomes correspond sufficiently close to actual circumstances. While the conventional approach to ampacity calculation is through the IEC-60287 procedure, the numerical route is considered more specific and flexible. This endeavour harnesses the finite element method to conceive an innovative process for calculating the thermal field and ampacity of a cable. This process involves the crafting of a temperature field distribution model for scrutinizing temperature distribution in the region of an electric cable, and the deployment of the linear interpolation procedure for computing its ampacity. Subsequent to its formation, the model was put into operation on the underground cable 33KV XLPE.
Assessment of Electric Field Distribution Inside 500/220 kV Open Distribution Substations During Working Conditions
Ward, Sayed A.;
Ghania, Samy M.;
Shaalan, Essam M.
International Journal of Applied Power Engineering (IJAPE) Vol 3, No 2: August 2014
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijape.v3.i2.pp115-123
The high level electric field intensity produced by high voltage (HV) equipments inside 500/220 kV substations is harmful for the human (staff) health. Therefore the minimum health and safety requirements regarding the exposure of workers to the risk arising from electric fields produced inside these substations is still considered as a competitive topic for utility designers, world health organization (WHO) and biomedical field researchers. It is very important to have knowledge about levels distribution of electric field intensity within these high voltage substations as early stage in the process of substation design. This paper presents results of investigation 50Hz electric field intensity distribution inside 500/220 kV power transmission substations in Cairo, Egypt. This paper presents a method for assessment the distribution of 50HZ electric field intensity distribution inside this substation, this method of analysis is based on the charge simulation technique (CSM). This study will serve for planning service works or for inspection of equipment on HV power transmission substations.
Polar wolf optimization algorithm for solving optimal reactive power problem
Kanagasabai Lenin
International Journal of Applied Power Engineering (IJAPE) Vol 9, No 2: August 2020
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijape.v9.i2.pp107-112
This paper proposes polar wolf optimization (PWO) algorithm to solve the optimal reactive power problem. Proposed algorithm enthused from actions of polar wolves. Leader’s wolves which denoted as xα are accountable for taking judgment on hunting, resting place, time to awaken etc. second level is xβ those acts when there is need of substitute in first case. Then xγ be as final level of the wolves. In the modeling social hierarchy is developed to discover the most excellent solutions acquired so far. Then the encircling method is used to describe circle-shaped vicinity around every candidate solutions. In order to agents work in a binary space, the position modernized accordingly. Proposed PWO algorithm has been tested in standard IEEE 14, 30, 57,118,300 bus test systems and simulation results show the projected algorithms reduced the real power loss considerably.
Power quality improvement using a shunt active power filter based on an cascaded H-bridge eleven level inverter with predictive current control
Abdelkader, Yousfi;
Chaker, Abdelkader;
Bot, Youcef
International Journal of Applied Power Engineering (IJAPE) Vol 10, No 1: March 2021
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijape.v10.i1.pp%p
The active power filter has proven to be an effective method for attenuating harmonic currents generated by non-linear loads as well as for compensating reactive power. This paper presents a comparison study between two control methods associated with a shunt active power filter based on eleven-level type cascaded inverter. The first method is based on the conventional PI regulator and the second is based on the predictive current controller. The eleven-level type cascade inverter has more advantages relatively to the two-level inverter; among them: better total harmonic distortion, reduced semiconductor switches ratings and reduced switching losses. The performance of the APF is tested by simulation using Matlab/Simulink. The predictive controlled the APF associated with the multi-level inverter shows more performances and efficiency compared to the conventional control algorithms.
Proposed An Intelligent System for Electricity Theft Detector at Smart City Scenarios
Syifaul Fuada
International Journal of Applied Power Engineering (IJAPE) Vol 5, No 1: April 2016
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijape.v5.i1.pp51-58
This is a conceptual proposal which is aimed at describing an intelligent security system to early detect cases of electricity theft which is claimed effective to cope with ICT based cases of electrecity theft. The method employed in the detector is computation system, which is the computation of phase differences (Φ), current voltage in real time and losses detection of electrical power grid by 220V. The losses calculation employs Kirchoff’s law I which is Kirchoff’s current law. The current sensors are put on the output distribution transformer and on customer’s APP connection. The working principles are (1) reading output current and phase differences at the load point (of the customer’s) in the distribution transformer using the current sensor, (2) comparing the output current (Io) with the sum of certain variables on consumers to be discussed in this paper. (3) Knowing the data of electric current usage by recording data of losses in real time and by sending them to teh control center monitoring in real time.
A New Method of Insulation Wire for Power Transformers
Khalaf Y. Al-Zyoud
International Journal of Applied Power Engineering (IJAPE) Vol 6, No 1: April 2017
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijape.v6.i1.pp31-34
This task go in order to developing a new way of enameled and polyester foil insulation of conductors used in building transformers thermal of class temperature about (150 ℃), the production technology for two types of enameled and polyester foil-insulation conduction are presented. As will as the physical, mechanical and electrical characteristics of conductors in a normal climate N2, in a tropical climate T2 and after 28 cycle at ( 200 ℃ ) are presented.
Ecological and Economical Friendly Analysis of A Hybrid Solar-Grid-Diesel Connected Power Generation System
Rafat Qonain;
Malik Rafi;
Imran Khan;
Shivley Sageer
International Journal of Applied Power Engineering (IJAPE) Vol 7, No 1: April 2018
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijape.v7.i1.pp1-9
This paper presents Importance of hybrid power system. This paper depicts model and simulation of a renewable energy based hybrid power system for improving power quality because optimal utilization of primary energy sources will increase the level of supply reliability. The combination of Grid, Photo Voltaic (PV) Array System, and Diesel generator systems are used for power generation. Due to variation in output power of solar panel, Diesel engine is also coupled to ensure reliable supply under all conditions. The results shows that the proposed hybrid power system can effectively manage the optimal utilization of primary energy sources and improves the power quality in an islanding as well as grid connected mode.
Modelling and Control Design for Energy Management of Grid Connected Hybrid PV-wind System
Hassan Abouobaida;
Said El Bied
International Journal of Applied Power Engineering (IJAPE) Vol 7, No 2: August 2018
Publisher : Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
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DOI: 10.11591/ijape.v7.i2.pp166-180
This paper deals with the control of hybrid PV-WIND power conversion structure. This paper develops a very important contribution which is the use of a single DC to DC converter, linearization of control of the three- level boost converter (TLBC) considering the imperfections of the passive components. The (TLBC) control provides balancing of capacitor voltages and maximum power operation of PV generator. For reasons of simplicity, a linearization based on the dynamic compensation of the disturbance is proposed. A sensorless maximum power point tracking (MPPT) algorithm is used to maximize a power extracted of the wind generator. The proportional relation between the rotational speed and the output voltage of the rectifier allows to use a voltage sensor to estimate the DC bus voltage reference instead of a mechanical speed sensor. The control of the three-phase inverter allows a transfer of the active power, the power factor close to the unit and thus a limitation of the reactive power injected into the grid. The external control loop performs the regulation of the common DC bus voltage while the internal control loop regulates the dq components of the currents injected into the grid. The simulation results showed the validity of the control approach. The proposed power conversion structure based on a single static converter has shown very good performance in terms of efficiency, the quality of the energy produced, complementarity between the two renewable sources and reliability. The paper ends with conclusions.