Enhancing efficiency in photovoltaic hydrogen production: A comparative analysis of MPPT and electrolysis control strategies

With the rapid growth of photovoltaic installed capacity, photovoltaic hydrogen production can effectively solve the problem of electricity mismatch between new energy output and load demand. Photovoltaic electrolysis systems pose unique challenges due to their nonlinear, multivariable, and complex...

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Main Authors: Shen Yuong Wong, Jiawei Li
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Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2025-06-01
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description With the rapid growth of photovoltaic installed capacity, photovoltaic hydrogen production can effectively solve the problem of electricity mismatch between new energy output and load demand. Photovoltaic electrolysis systems pose unique challenges due to their nonlinear, multivariable, and complex nature. This paper presents a thorough investigation into the control methodologies for such systems, focusing on both Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) and electrolysis cell control strategies. Beginning with a comprehensive review of MPPT techniques, including classical, intelligent, optimization, and hybrid approaches, the study delves into the intricate dynamics of Proton Exchange Membrane Electrolysis Cells (PEMEL). Considering the nonlinear and time-varying characteristics of PEMEL, various control strategies such as Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID), robust, Model Predictive Control (MPC), and Fault Tolerant Control (FTC) are analyzed. Evaluation metrics encompass stability, accuracy, computational complexity, and response speed. This paper provides a comparative analysis, encapsulating the strengths and limitations of each MPPT and PEM control technique.
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spelling doaj-art-0cd14d9ee2a54ecf92da2600fd6cf9022025-08-20T03:32:03ZengElsevierMethodsX2215-01612025-06-011410322010.1016/j.mex.2025.103220Enhancing efficiency in photovoltaic hydrogen production: A comparative analysis of MPPT and electrolysis control strategiesShen Yuong Wong0Jiawei Li1Corresponding author.; School of Electrical Engineering and Artificial Intelligence, Xiamen University Malaysia, Sepang, MalaysiaSchool of Electrical Engineering and Artificial Intelligence, Xiamen University Malaysia, Sepang, MalaysiaWith the rapid growth of photovoltaic installed capacity, photovoltaic hydrogen production can effectively solve the problem of electricity mismatch between new energy output and load demand. Photovoltaic electrolysis systems pose unique challenges due to their nonlinear, multivariable, and complex nature. This paper presents a thorough investigation into the control methodologies for such systems, focusing on both Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) and electrolysis cell control strategies. Beginning with a comprehensive review of MPPT techniques, including classical, intelligent, optimization, and hybrid approaches, the study delves into the intricate dynamics of Proton Exchange Membrane Electrolysis Cells (PEMEL). Considering the nonlinear and time-varying characteristics of PEMEL, various control strategies such as Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID), robust, Model Predictive Control (MPC), and Fault Tolerant Control (FTC) are analyzed. Evaluation metrics encompass stability, accuracy, computational complexity, and response speed. This paper provides a comparative analysis, encapsulating the strengths and limitations of each MPPT and PEM control technique.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2215016125000676PhotovoltaicHydrogenMPPTControl strategiesPEM
spellingShingle Shen Yuong Wong
Jiawei Li
Enhancing efficiency in photovoltaic hydrogen production: A comparative analysis of MPPT and electrolysis control strategies
MethodsX
Photovoltaic
Hydrogen
MPPT
Control strategies
PEM
title Enhancing efficiency in photovoltaic hydrogen production: A comparative analysis of MPPT and electrolysis control strategies
title_full Enhancing efficiency in photovoltaic hydrogen production: A comparative analysis of MPPT and electrolysis control strategies
title_fullStr Enhancing efficiency in photovoltaic hydrogen production: A comparative analysis of MPPT and electrolysis control strategies
title_full_unstemmed Enhancing efficiency in photovoltaic hydrogen production: A comparative analysis of MPPT and electrolysis control strategies
title_short Enhancing efficiency in photovoltaic hydrogen production: A comparative analysis of MPPT and electrolysis control strategies
title_sort enhancing efficiency in photovoltaic hydrogen production a comparative analysis of mppt and electrolysis control strategies
topic Photovoltaic
Hydrogen
MPPT
Control strategies
PEM
url http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2215016125000676
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