Fuzzy Logic Control of Wave Energy Converters

Autor: Shabara, Mohamed A., Grasberger, Jeff, Abdelkhalik, Ossama, Tom, Nathan
Zdroj: IFAC-PapersOnLine; January 2024, Vol. 58 Issue: 20 p404-409, 6p
Abstrakt: This paper investigates the application of a fuzzy logic controller (FLC) to a nonlinear wave energy converter (WEC) system by comparing its performance with two linear controllers, proportional-integral (PI) and bang-singular-bang (BSB), as well as one nonlinear controller, sliding mode control (SMC). The study explores a trajectory derived under the linear assumption as the testing ground and applies a saturation limit on the control force. The linear controllers are evaluated based on their effectiveness within the linearized trajectory, while the nonlinear controllers, especially FLCs, are analyzed for their adaptability to the inherent complexities of nonlinear WEC systems. Through simulations, the paper quantifies the advantages and challenges of each controller type, shedding light on the potential of FLCs in enhancing the efficiency and adaptability of nonlinear WECs in real-world scenarios.
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