Explore the control techniques of power electronics applied in renewable energy systems:

Learning Outcome 1: Analyse the control techniques of power electronics for renewable energy systems

Learning Outcome 2: Evaluate the applications of power electronics in renewable energy

Learning Outcome 3: Identify industrial applications of power electronic converters

Learning Outcome 4: Examine power electronic converter topologies and operational principles

Learning Outcome 5: Simulate a basic power converter for a typical renewable energy setup using software like Matlab/Simulink (or equivalent)

Learning Outcome 6: Critically assess the suitability of the selected power converter for renewable energy applications

Learning Outcome 7: Evaluate the dynamic performance of integrating renewable energy sources into smart grid networks using industry-standard software like Matlab/Simulink (or equivalent)

Task 1: Examine the applications of power electronics in renewable energy systems

• Explain the significance of power electronics in modern technologies.
• Describe various types of converters used in renewable energy, such as those employed in wind turbines.
• Discuss power quality issues specific to converters (e.g., DC-DC converters in PV cells).

Task 2: Identify industrial applications of power electronic converters

• Highlight the widespread industrial use of power electronics in sectors like power supplies, inverters, converters, and renewable energy systems.
• Explore applications in environmental control, electric vehicles, defense, aerospace, HVDC, and FACTS.
• Analyze the industrial applications of key converter types (DC-DC, AC-DC, DC-AC).

Task 3: Explore power electronic converter topologies and operational principles A) Design and simulate a boost converter, explaining key technical aspects:

• Justify the selection of inductance value (e.g., 2.7mH) in your circuit.
• Define the roles of MOSFET and diode in the circuit.
• Explain why the output voltage does not drop to zero.

B) Design and simulate a buck converter, detailing its operation:

• Explain the role of the inductor in this circuit.
• Justify the choice of transistor.
• Discuss methods for further reducing voltage in this setup.

Task 4: Critically analyze the use of power converters in renewable energy applications

• Compare and contrast applications of different converters.
• Determine the most suitable converter type for solar and wind energy systems, providing reasoning.
• Provide detailed explanations, including applications, components, and circuit diagrams for each converter type in your report.