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  • ISSN: 2352-0965
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Abstract

Background

In this article, an IOT solution for managing and controlling a PV system with applications for the home is presented. A DC-DC SEPIC converter, a bidirectional converter, a PWM generator, and a single-phase voltage source inverter with active clamping are used for power conditioning. An output voltage control loop is implemented, and real-time online communication with an internet server is accomplished using the PIC microcontroller.

Methods

The ESP8266MOD WIFI IOT module works with the Blynk mobile app. Experimental findings showing the proper operation of IOT features demonstrate the effectiveness of voltage regulation. In this article, frequency is taken into consideration as solar power is integrated with the grid. A user may easily control the DC-DC converter, load batteries, and monitor battery voltage through our user-friendly GUI interface.

Results

In this paper, an IOT (Internet of Things) application was used to control and track the output of a modest PV power plant. The study shows the efficiency of the digitally controlled system developed to regulate the output voltage of the SEPIC DC-DC converter.

Practical Significance

They further argue that the ESP8266 and microcontroller's versatility make them an appropriate instrument for remote and real-time monitoring and control of the proposed model from around the world. The energy that is produced by the sun is added to the grid so that it may be put to effective use and contribute to satisfying the rising demand for energy. Solar energy is the input that SEPIC uses to charge the batteries and for all of its other processes. In the event that solar photovoltaic (PV) panels are not available, the SEPIC DC-DC converter will derive its energy from AC power.

Conclusion

In this article, an IOT (Internet of Things) application was used to control and track the output of a modest PV power plant. The research demonstrates the effectiveness of the digitally controlled system created to manage the output voltage of the SEPIC DC-DC converter. They further argue that the ESP8266 and microcontroller's versatility make them an appropriate instrument for allowing remote and real-time monitoring and control of the proposed model from any part of the world. The energy that is produced by the sun is added to the grid so that it may be put to effective use and contribute to satisfying the rising demand for energy. Solar energy is the input that SEPIC uses to charge the batteries and for all of its other processes. In the event that solar photovoltaic (PV) panels are not available, the SEPIC DC-DC converter will derive its energy from AC power.

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  • Article Type:     Research Article
Keyword(s): blynk mobile application; ESP8266MOD; IoT; MPPT; PIC microcontroller; PV system; SEPIC converter

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