A comparative study of the performance of ten metaheuristic algorithms for parameter estimation of solar photovoltaic models
This study conducts a comparative analysis of the performance of ten novel and well-performing metaheuristic algorithms for parameter estimation of solar photovoltaic models. This optimization problem involves accurately identifying parameters that reflect the complex and nonlinear behaviours of pho...
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| author | Adel Zga Farouq Zitouni Saad Harous Karam Sallam Abdulaziz S. Almazyad Guojiang Xiong Ali Wagdy Mohamed |
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| description | This study conducts a comparative analysis of the performance of ten novel and well-performing metaheuristic algorithms for parameter estimation of solar photovoltaic models. This optimization problem involves accurately identifying parameters that reflect the complex and nonlinear behaviours of photovoltaic cells affected by changing environmental conditions and material inconsistencies. This estimation is challenging due to computational complexity and the risk of optimization errors, which can hinder reliable performance predictions. The algorithms evaluated include the Crayfish Optimization Algorithm, the Golf Optimization Algorithm, the Coati Optimization Algorithm, the Crested Porcupine Optimizer, the Growth Optimizer, the Artificial Protozoa Optimizer, the Secretary Bird Optimization Algorithm, the Mother Optimization Algorithm, the Election Optimizer Algorithm, and the Technical and Vocational Education and Training-Based Optimizer. These algorithms are applied to solve four well-established photovoltaic models: the single-diode model, the double-diode model, the triple-diode model, and different photovoltaic module models. The study focuses on key performance metrics such as execution time, number of function evaluations, and solution optimality. The results reveal significant differences in the efficiency and accuracy of the algorithms, with some algorithms demonstrating superior performance in specific models. The Friedman test was utilized to rank the performance of the various algorithms, revealing the Growth Optimizer as the top performer across all the considered models. This optimizer achieved a root mean square error of 9.8602187789E−04 for the single-diode model, 9.8248487610E−04 for both the double-diode and triple-diode models and 1.2307306856E−02 for the photovoltaic module model. This consistent success indicates that the Growth Optimizer is a strong contender for future enhancements aimed at further boosting its efficiency and effectiveness. Its current performance suggests significant potential for improvement, making it a promising focus for ongoing development efforts. The findings contribute to the understanding of the applicability and performance of metaheuristic algorithms in renewable energy systems, providing valuable insights for optimizing photovoltaic models. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-400573c787db42b1913b6f93bbaae5f42025-01-29T15:05:16ZengPeerJ Inc.PeerJ Computer Science2376-59922025-01-0111e264610.7717/peerj-cs.2646A comparative study of the performance of ten metaheuristic algorithms for parameter estimation of solar photovoltaic modelsAdel Zga0Farouq Zitouni1Saad Harous2Karam Sallam3Abdulaziz S. Almazyad4Guojiang Xiong5Ali Wagdy Mohamed6Department of Computer Science and Information Technology, Laboratory of Artificial Intelligence and Information Technology, Kasdi Merbah University, Ouargla, AlgeriaDepartment of Computer Science and Information Technology, Laboratory of Artificial Intelligence and Information Technology, Kasdi Merbah University, Ouargla, AlgeriaDepartment of Computer Science, College of Computing and Informatics, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab EmiratesDepartment of Computer Science, College of Computing and Informatics, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab EmiratesDepartment of Computer Engineering, College of Computer and Information Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaGuizhou Key Laboratory of Intelligent Technology in Power System, College of Electrical Engineering, Guizhou University, Guiyang, ChinaOperations Research Department, Faculty of Graduate Studies for Statistical Research, Cairo University, Giza, EgyptThis study conducts a comparative analysis of the performance of ten novel and well-performing metaheuristic algorithms for parameter estimation of solar photovoltaic models. This optimization problem involves accurately identifying parameters that reflect the complex and nonlinear behaviours of photovoltaic cells affected by changing environmental conditions and material inconsistencies. This estimation is challenging due to computational complexity and the risk of optimization errors, which can hinder reliable performance predictions. The algorithms evaluated include the Crayfish Optimization Algorithm, the Golf Optimization Algorithm, the Coati Optimization Algorithm, the Crested Porcupine Optimizer, the Growth Optimizer, the Artificial Protozoa Optimizer, the Secretary Bird Optimization Algorithm, the Mother Optimization Algorithm, the Election Optimizer Algorithm, and the Technical and Vocational Education and Training-Based Optimizer. These algorithms are applied to solve four well-established photovoltaic models: the single-diode model, the double-diode model, the triple-diode model, and different photovoltaic module models. The study focuses on key performance metrics such as execution time, number of function evaluations, and solution optimality. The results reveal significant differences in the efficiency and accuracy of the algorithms, with some algorithms demonstrating superior performance in specific models. The Friedman test was utilized to rank the performance of the various algorithms, revealing the Growth Optimizer as the top performer across all the considered models. This optimizer achieved a root mean square error of 9.8602187789E−04 for the single-diode model, 9.8248487610E−04 for both the double-diode and triple-diode models and 1.2307306856E−02 for the photovoltaic module model. This consistent success indicates that the Growth Optimizer is a strong contender for future enhancements aimed at further boosting its efficiency and effectiveness. Its current performance suggests significant potential for improvement, making it a promising focus for ongoing development efforts. The findings contribute to the understanding of the applicability and performance of metaheuristic algorithms in renewable energy systems, providing valuable insights for optimizing photovoltaic models.https://peerj.com/articles/cs-2646.pdfSolar photovoltaic modelsParameter estimationMetaheuristicsSingle-diode modelDouble-diode modelTriple-diode model |
| spellingShingle | Adel Zga Farouq Zitouni Saad Harous Karam Sallam Abdulaziz S. Almazyad Guojiang Xiong Ali Wagdy Mohamed A comparative study of the performance of ten metaheuristic algorithms for parameter estimation of solar photovoltaic models PeerJ Computer Science Solar photovoltaic models Parameter estimation Metaheuristics Single-diode model Double-diode model Triple-diode model |
| title | A comparative study of the performance of ten metaheuristic algorithms for parameter estimation of solar photovoltaic models |
| title_full | A comparative study of the performance of ten metaheuristic algorithms for parameter estimation of solar photovoltaic models |
| title_fullStr | A comparative study of the performance of ten metaheuristic algorithms for parameter estimation of solar photovoltaic models |
| title_full_unstemmed | A comparative study of the performance of ten metaheuristic algorithms for parameter estimation of solar photovoltaic models |
| title_short | A comparative study of the performance of ten metaheuristic algorithms for parameter estimation of solar photovoltaic models |
| title_sort | comparative study of the performance of ten metaheuristic algorithms for parameter estimation of solar photovoltaic models |
| topic | Solar photovoltaic models Parameter estimation Metaheuristics Single-diode model Double-diode model Triple-diode model |
| url | https://peerj.com/articles/cs-2646.pdf |
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