Optimum Control of Induction Generators for Water Current Energy Harnessing

Optimization of generator performance and maximization of output power are difficult to attain in the generation of hydro-power.This is due to the changing water conditions and corresponding changes in the form of available energy.ESL proposes to use self-tuning controls in combination with a suitably chosen and optimized generator driven by hydro-energy and condition it for distribution to then power grid.The proposed approach is to use control to maximize power generation while maintaining generator efficiency, despite changes in water conditions and electrical load demands.