Alternative Energy in Power Electronics by Muhammad H. Rashid

Alternative Energy in Power Electronics by Muhammad H. Rashid Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann Release Date: October 2014 ISBN: 9780124167148 Topics: Electronics

This new resource is a practical overview of designing, testing and troubleshooting power electronics in alternative energy systems, providing you with the most important information on how power electronics components such as inverters, controllers and batteries can play a pivotal role in the successful implementation of green energy solutions for both stand-alone and grid-connected applications. You will learn how to choose the right components for diverse systems, from utility-scale wind farms to photovoltaic panels on single residences, how to get the most out of existing systems, and how to solve the tough challenges particular to alternative energy applications. Whether you are a renewables professional who needs to understand more about how power electronics impact energy output, or a power engineer who is interested in learning what new avenues the alternative energy revolution is opening for your work, start here with advice and explanations from the experts, including equations, diagrams and tables designed to help you understand and succeed.

Preface Chapter 1: Power Electronics for Renewable Energy Sources

Abstract
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Power electronics for photovoltaic power systems
1.3 Power electronics for wind power systems

Chapter 2: Energy Sources

Abstract
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Available energy sources
2.3 Electric energy generation technologies
2.4 Other unconventional energy sources and generation technologies
Summary

Chapter 3: Photovoltaic System Conversion

Abstract
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Solar cell characteristics
3.3 Photovoltaic technology operation
3.4 Maximum power point tracking components
3.5 MPPT Controlling algorithms
3.6 Photovoltaic systems' components
3.7 Factors affecting PV output
3.8 PV System design
Summary

Chapter 4: Wind Turbine Applications

Abstract
4.1 Wind energy conversion systems
4.2 Power electronic converters for variable speed wind turbines
4.3 Multilevel converter for very high power wind turbines
4.4 Electrical system of a wind farm
4.5 Future trends
Nomenclature

Chapter 5: High-Frequency-Link Power-Conversion Systems for Next-Generation Smart and Micro Grid

Abstract
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Low-cost single-stage inverter [2]
5.3 Ripple-mitigating inverter [3,4]
5.4 Universal power conditioner [1]
5.5 Hybrid-modulation-based multiphase HFL high-power inverter [5–8]
Acknowledgement
Copyright disclosure

Chapter 6: Energy Storage

Abstract
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Energy storage elements
6.3 Modeling of energy storage devices
6.4 Hybridization of energy storage systems
6.5 Energy management and control strategies
6.6 Power electronics for energy storage systems
6.7 Practical case studies
Summary

Chapter 7: Electric Power Transmission

Abstract
7.1 Elements of power system
7.2 Generators and transformers
7.3 Transmission line
7.4 Factors that limit power transfer in transmission line
7.5 Effect of temperature on conductor sag or tension
7.6 Standard and guidelines on thermal rating calculation
7.7 Optimizing power transmission capacity
7.8 Overvoltages and insulation requirements of transmission lines
7.9 Methods of controlling overvoltages
7.10 Insulation coordination

Index