Nonlinear Model Predictive Control of Heaving Wave Energy Converter with Nonlinear Froude-Krylov Forces

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作者
Gonzalez, Tania Demonte [1 ]
Anderlini, Enrico [2 ]
Yassin, Houssein [1 ]
Parker, Gordon [1 ]
机构
[1] Michigan Technol Univ, Mech Engn & Engn Mech Dept, Houghton, MI 49931 USA
[2] UCL, Dept Mech Engn, London WC1N 1AX, England
关键词
wave energy converter; optimization; point absorber; marine energy; nonlinear control; model predictive control; nonlinear model predictive control; SYSTEM;
D O I
10.3390/en17205112
中图分类号
TE [石油、天然气工业]; TK [能源与动力工程];
学科分类号
0807 ; 0820 ;
摘要
Wave energy holds significant promise as a renewable energy source due to the consistent and predictable nature of ocean waves. However, optimizing wave energy devices is essential for achieving competitive viability in the energy market. This paper presents the application of a nonlinear model predictive controller (MPC) to enhance the energy extraction of a heaving point absorber. The wave energy converter (WEC) model accounts for the nonlinear dynamics and static Froude-Krylov forces, which are essential in accurately representing the system's behavior. The nonlinear MPC is tested under irregular wave conditions within the power production region, where constraints on displacement and the power take-off (PTO) force are enforced to ensure the WEC's safety while maximizing energy absorption. A comparison is made with a linear MPC, which uses a linear approximation of the Froude-Krylov forces. The study comprehensively compares power performance and computational costs between the linear and nonlinear MPC approaches. Both MPC variants determine the optimal PTO force to maximize energy absorption, utilizing (1) a linear WEC model (LMPC) for state predictions and (2) a nonlinear model (NLMPC) incorporating exact Froude-Krylov forces. Additionally, the study analyzes four controller configurations, varying the MPC prediction horizon and re-optimization time. The results indicate that, in general, the NLMPC achieves higher energy absorption than the LMPC. The nonlinear model also better adheres to system constraints, with the linear model showing some displacement violations. This paper further discusses the computational load and power generation implications of adjusting the prediction horizon and re-optimization time parameters in the NLMPC.
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