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This paper presents a comprehensive parametric study of a hybrid islanded microgrid. The study methodology is based on defining various study cases combining structural and operational parameters of the microgrid. Structural parameters include the type of renewable integrated (wind/PV), the battery set point, AC/DC bus connections, weather conditions, and the loading level. Operating parameters include the battery cycle of charging and the diesel generator operation. The defined cases are assessed for a set of performance criteria: renewable share, cost effectiveness, generator life. The study is further enhanced by a sensitivity analysis of the set criteria to the fuel price. The study cases are the reference islanded Chilien microgrid of Desertores, and a north African site in Tunisia. The study is useful for a preliminary design of a microgrid installation.
microgrid, islanded operation, wind energy, photovoltaic, diesel generator, dispatch strategy, cost of energy, renewable fraction.
This work was supported by École doctorale sciences et techniques de l’Ingénieur, École nationale d’ingénieurs de Tunis.
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