Performance analysis of neural network and fuzzy logic based MPPT techniques for solar PV systems

The maximum power point tracking (MPPT) technique in the photovoltaic (PV) system is used to achieve maximum power through the solar PV system. Therefore, the interest is generated to design a more effective and efficient MPPT to achieve maximum power transfer to the load. In this context, two MPPT techniques, i.e. artificial neural network (ANN) and fuzzy logic control (FLC) are implemented and their performance is analysed. Both the MPPT techniques are investigated in terms of efficiency and response and they are developed in MATLAB/Simulink environment. Their performance is investigated under variable irradiation conditions and found satisfactory for both the techniques.