Modeling and real time simulation of microgrids in Algerian Sahara area

• Published in: 2018 IEEE International Energy Conference (ENERGYCON) pp. 1 - 5
• Main Authors: Ghomri, Leila, Khiat, Mounir, Khiat, Sid Ahmed
• Format: Conference Proceeding
• Language: English
• Published: IEEE 01-06-2018
• Subjects: Computational modeling; Mathematical model; microgrid; Microgrids; modeling; Photovoltaic systems; real time simulation; Real-time systems; Sahara area; Wind turbines
• DOI: 10.1109/ENERGYCON.2018.8398785

Microgrids are, as their name implies, real-time networks operating between producers, distribution companies and consumers. The climate of the Sahara is hot, sunny and arid. This part of Algeria is a hot desert, located on both sides of a tropic. Daytime temperatures are very high, can exceed 50°C, and the thermal amplitude between day and night is often higher than 35 0 C or 40 0 C. Addition to this, there are many microclimates which are characterized by very high wind speed. It means that both of wind and photovoltaic energies are widely suitable in this area. Aim of this work is to model and simulate operation of microgrids in these areas, including micro power plants, photovoltaic panels, wind farms, diesel power and storage energy, and finally we will apply the model in Real time simulation thanks to MEGASIM of the RT-LAB platform. Results obtained by this tool will allow us to have a very accurate vision of Microgrids operation, in term of power flow or default responses.