Efficient Velocity-Based Quasi-Linear Model Predictive Control for Wind Turbine Side-Side Tower Periodic Load Reductions

Journal article (2024)

Authors

M. de Neves de Fonseca Team Matin Jafarian - Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering
A.K. Pamososuryo Team Jan-Willem van Wingerden - Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering
S.P. Mulders Team Mulders - Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering
Research Group
Team Jan-Willem van Wingerden (Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering) (TU Delft)
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Published Date

2024

Language

English

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Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering

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Delft Center for Systems and Control

Research Group

Team Jan-Willem van Wingerden

Abstract

Advancements in wind turbine technology have made wind energy more cost-competitive. While taller towers use less material, they are more susceptible to fatigue. This study introduces a convex model predictive control scheme to actively counteract side-side periodic loads using a velocity-based approach, which captures the system's nonlinear behavior without requiring extensive prior operating points. A quasi-linear parameter-varying dynamic model for wind turbine towers is established through model demodulation transformation. Simulation results show a 96% reduction in net force in the side-side direction at the tower top under turbulent wind conditions.

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