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Minimizing the switching losses in the SiC MOSFET by using buried oxide

10.11591/ijape.v14.i3.pp613-619
Ali Hlal Mutlaq , Sura Hamad Faraj , Majeed Rashid Zaidan , Ghanim Thiab Hasan , Ahmed Saad Names
For optimizing the efficiency of the power switching devices, it is important to reduce the switching power losses. One method to minimize the switching power losses is to reduce the gate drain charge (QGD). In this paper, a 1.2 kV SiC MOSFET device with a buried oxide has been proposed to minimize QGD. The proposed design has been conducted by using the TCAD simulation program. The on-resistance (Ron,sp), QGD have been measured and analyzed based on the width and thickness of the buried oxide layer and compared with the measurement of traditional SiC MOSFET. The obtained results indicate that the QGD of 1.2 kV SiC MOSFET with buried oxide with WBO of 0.25 μm and TBO of 0.3 μm was reduced to about 31.3% which mean a minimize of power losses. The comparison results indicate that the proposed device with a buried oxide layer can be effectively used as an optimum solution for minimizing the power switching losses.
Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Page: 613-619
Publish at: 2025-09-01

Design and analysis of two switch DC-DC converters for E-vehicle applications

10.11591/ijape.v14.i3.pp522-532
Jayanthi Kathiresan , Gnanavadivel Jothimani
A non-isolated DC-DC converter topology is proposed in this paper, which is distinguished by its superior performance and reduced component count in comparison to conventional converter designs. The suggested architecture is especially appropriate for applications demanding a large voltage step-up since it achieves an improved voltage conversion ratio and excellent efficiency. The addition of a voltage-boosting element, which is an inductor combined in series with a switching device, to the source side of a conventional boost converter is a unique feature of the suggested converter. To confirm the converter's operating features, a thorough theoretical analysis has been carried out, including stability and steady-state evaluations. In addition, a hardware prototype with a 200 V output and 100 W power rating was created in order to test the converter's functionality. With a peak efficiency of 94.3%, the prototype showed good agreement with analytical forecasts. The suggested converter is a viable option for renewable energy applications because of its high voltage gain, small size, and efficiency. This is especially true for solar systems and other distributed energy sources, where low component counts and high step-up ratios are preferred.
Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Page: 522-532
Publish at: 2025-09-01

Effectiveness of dashboard as a work progress scheduling, monitoring, and decision-making in construction projects

10.11591/ijaas.v14.i3.pp878-885
Putri Lynna Adelina Luthan , Nathanael Sitanggang
Scheduling, monitoring, and decision-making are important factors in determining the general achievement of sustainable construction. Therefore, this study was conducted to determine the effectiveness of a dashboard as a measuring tool for construction project scheduling, monitoring, and decision-making. A survey with a Likert scale (5 scale) on each viewpoint, including planning, oversight, and independent direction, of 15 respondents from project executors and 7 respondents from supervisors was used as instrumentation. The results showed that the dashboard was evaluated with a value of 92.25 among executors and supervisors linked to product characteristics. Executors also used the scheduling dashboard with a value of 91.73, and the feature of employing the concept for supervision was appropriate as a measuring instrument, scoring 92.15. Furthermore, the final step was the aspect of using the dashboard for decision-making, which was tested and used with a value of 88.14. The use dashboard model is an effective tool for work progress scheduling, monitoring, and decision-making in construction projects.
Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Page: 878-885
Publish at: 2025-09-01

Implementing fuzzy control for a DC-DC boost converter using FPGA

10.11591/ijape.v14.i3.pp656-665
V. Radhika , Karuppannan Srinivasan , R. Kiruba
This research explores the use of field programmable gate arrays (FPGA) to mitigate static voltage errors and reduce voltage spikes in DC-DC boost converters. Given the dynamic nature of the load impedance in these converters, FPGA is well-suited for designing systems with adaptive behavior. The study implements a fuzzy control algorithm on FPGA in a simulation environment with a small sampling period. The parallel processing capability of FPGA enables the simultaneous execution of fuzzy control algorithms, enhancing the system's responsiveness to rapid changes in load conditions. This approach minimizes voltage overshoot and effectively suppresses voltage spikes. By leveraging FPGA’s high-speed parallelism and flexibility, the research demonstrates significant improvements in the dynamic performance of the DC-DC boost converter. The results highlight FPGA’s potential as a robust platform for controlling power electronic systems, ensuring improved stability and efficiency under varying load conditions.
Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Page: 656-665
Publish at: 2025-09-01

Evaluation of sensorless VF-MRAS and FOC-MRAS of IM electrical drive system

10.11591/ijape.v14.i3.pp513-521
Moustapha Diop , Abdoulaye Kebe , Ibrahima Gueye
This paper evaluates the performance of sensorless vector and scalar control methods, namely field-oriented control-based model reference adaptive system (FOC-MRAS) and voltage frequency-based model reference adaptive system (VF-MRAS), applied to an induction motor (IM) driven by a space vector modulation inverter. In motorized systems, conventional control methods use mechanical sensors, which can be cumbersome and costly. To overcome these limitations, sensorless control techniques based on speed estimation have been introduced. In this paper, MRAS-based sensorless speed control for IM drives using rotor flux is used. This adaptive system uses a reference model based on rotor flux and implements closed-loop control. The estimated speed derived from the current and voltage models is compared to the desired speed and adjusted by the proportional-integral (PI) controllers. The performances of the approaches are evaluated in terms of speed regulation and minimization of electromagnetic torque and rotor flux ripples, through a comparative analysis of sensor and sensorless controls under various operating conditions, including variable loads and speed reversal. The simulation results obtained, using consistent criteria for both methods, confirm the effectiveness of sensorless control.
Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Page: 513-521
Publish at: 2025-09-01

The application potential of net zero energy building using rooftop photovoltaics case study of apartments in Gorontalo Province

10.11591/ijape.v14.i3.pp743-751
Abdi Gunawan Djafar , Niniek Pratiwi , Yasin Mohamad , Zhiqiang John Zhai
Gorontalo Province is one of the developing regions in Indonesia. The province has been actively building apartments since 2009. The construction increases population density and energy use intensity. Consequently, demand for electricity power rises. Renewable energy such as rooftop photovoltaics has the potential as a power source for the apartments, considering the abundant solar radiation in Gorontalo which is located near the equator line. Three apartments representing three levels of the inhabitant’s income are selected as study case for the application of photovoltaic (PV) on roof to achive net zero energy building. Simulation of PV energy to power the buildings is conducted using photovoltaic geographical information system (PVGIS). By utilizing monthly electrical bill data, it is found that PV on roof is sufficient to cover the building energy demand and achieve net zero energy building (NZEB). However, there is uncertainty of the fluctuation of energy demand due to the tenant’s energy consumption behaviour. The consumption intensity is limited only by the installed power on each apartment unit. PV on roof alone is unable to provide the need if it is employed to power the unit to the maximum extent.
Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Page: 743-751
Publish at: 2025-09-01

Study of the development of tandem solar cells to achieve higher efficiencies

10.11591/ijape.v14.i3.pp647-655
Debani Prasad Mishra , Jayanta Kumar Sahu , Umamani Subudhi , Arun Kumar Sahoo , Surender Reddy Salkuti
Tandem solar cells are the brand-new age revolution within the photovoltaic (PV) enterprise thanks to their higher power conversion efficiency (PCE) capability as compared to single-junction solar cells, which are presently dominating, however intrinsically restrained. With the appearance of steel halide perovskite absorber substances, manufacturing extremely efficient tandem solar cells at an inexpensive price can profoundly regulate the future PV landscape. It has been formerly seen that tandem solar cells primarily based on perovskite have confirmed that they can convert mild more efficiently than stand-alone sub-cells. To reap PCEs of greater than 30%, numerous hurdles have to be addressed, and our understanding of this interesting era has to be accelerated. On this, a technique of aggregate of substances was followed and via a modified numerical technique, it was decided what preference of substances for the pinnacle and bottom sub-cell consequences in a better fee of electricity conversion efficiency (PCE). Through this study, it was discovered that the use of germanium telluride (GeTe) backside subcellular together with perovskite (MAPbI3-xClx) as pinnacle subcell can offer an excessive performance of 46.64% compared to a tandem mobile with perovskite (MAPbI3)/CIGS and perovskite (MAPbI3)/GeTe which produce decrease efficiencies. SCAPS-1D was used to evaluate and simulate the overall performance of the developed tandem cells.
Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Page: 647-655
Publish at: 2025-09-01

Optimum control and design of a small hydro power plant for agriculture investment in Iraqi desert

10.11591/ijape.v14.i3.pp560-568
Jamal Ahmed Hameed , Thamir Hassan Atyia , Saba Fadhil Ahmed Jaf , Zubaidah Ghaze Abdulkareem , Ghanim Thiab Hasan
The aim of this paper is to conduct a mathematical and physical analysis to get a systematic treatment of design parameters and thus optimize water wheels. By today's standards, one finds empirical formulas instead, which take into account the practical experience of previous constructions, estimates of particular wheelbase shapes and sizes. So, based on the basic design and optimization standards for water wheels implementation, this paper attempts to design a water wheel power source in desert areas. Since the water wheels mainly use the gravitational force of water, there is only a slight hydrodynamic power losses. In addition to the high torque due to the large inertia of the water wheel. The obtained results indicate that the optimum operating range of the trailing water wheels is at a diameter of (2-7 m) and the Q water flow of about (0.1 m3/s). So, it can conclude that the implementing design has good efficiency and offer an economic benefit when use for the agriculture investment in desert areas.
Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Page: 560-568
Publish at: 2025-09-01

Battery cycle life and throughput optimization in wireless communication system with energy harvesting capability

10.11591/ijape.v14.i3.pp600-612
Omar Enassiri , Youssef Rochdi , Ouadoudi Zytoune
This research paper proposes a novel approach to address the energy challenges faced by internet of things (IoT) devices. The wireless communication system involves a transmitter equipped with energy harvesting module that charges both a rechargeable battery and a capacitor through an energy storage management system (ESMS). This ESMS is based on a reinforcement learning algorithm to dynamically switch between the battery and the capacitor, ensuring efficient power utilization. This reinforcement learning algorithm enables the device to learn and adapt its energy consumption patterns based on environmental conditions and usage, optimizing energy usage over time. Additionally, the system employs a rainflow counting method to estimate the state-of-health (SoH) of the battery, ensuring its longevity and overall system performance. By combining these approaches, the proposed system aims to significantly improve the energy efficiency and lifespan of IoT devices, as well as the amount of data sent for different temperature ranges, ultimately enhancing their cost-effectiveness and performance.
Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Page: 600-612
Publish at: 2025-09-01

ToLatin application acceptability evaluation to support Balinese script transliteration learning

10.11591/ijaas.v14.i3.pp804-816
Luh Joni Erawati Dewi , Gede Indrawan , I Made Agus Oka Gunawan , I Wayan Sutaya , Sariyasa Sariyasa
This work supported Indonesia's research focus area on information and communication technology (ICT) content improvement for information data on various forms of local wisdom. As one of the various forms of local wisdom, the Balinese script was supported by the ToLatin application that transliterates Balinese script into Latin text. It has been used to support Balinese script learning at the high school level in Buleleng Regency, Bali, Indonesia. To determine the acceptability of this application, which had not been studied before, a user acceptance evaluation was conducted using a combination of acceptance variables from the technology acceptance model (TAM) and success variables from DeLone & McLean. This study used a quantitative method with data collection through questionnaires from 385 respondents. The data analysis used the importance-performance analysis (IPA) method through suitability, gap, and quadrant analyses. The study results indicated that the acceptability of ToLatin could be more optimal. The suitability analysis revealed an average score of 87.91%, indicating the need for improvement in system quality, particularly the innovative indicator (SysQ3), based on the quadrant analysis. The gap analysis revealed an average score of -0.54 from 7 acceptance variables, indicating the need to improve system performance to meet user expectations.
Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Page: 804-816
Publish at: 2025-09-01

Redesign the layout of the raw material warehouse from randomized storage to class-based storage

10.11591/ijaas.v14.i3.pp773-783
Nur Iftitah , Qurtubi Qurtubi , Danang Setiawan , Vembri Noor Helia
The company has a problem of ineffectiveness in the layout of the raw material warehouse due to the use of storage methods that ignore factors such as the type, dimensions, and condition of the goods. This reduces the optimal function of the warehouse and increases the time to retrieve goods. This research aims to redesign the suitable and practical layout of the raw material warehouse by considering its form and function, as well as filling methodological gaps from previous research. The method used is class-based storage. Based on ABC analysis, the category with the highest value is class C goods, with 73 units. Meanwhile, from the fast, slow, non-moving (FSN) analysis, class F (fast-moving) goods have the highest frequency of movement, with a movement percentage of 63% for 10 units of goods. The warehouse slotting analysis shows an increase in the number of shelves from nine to 15 shelves with five different shelf models and layout changes in raw material warehouses 1 and 2. The class-based storage method results in a more organized layout, efficient movement of goods, and faster picking time to optimize warehouse functions.
Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Page: 773-783
Publish at: 2025-09-01

Enhanced multi-mode control of Z-source virtual synchronous generator for photovoltaic systems using fuzzy logic controller

10.11591/ijape.v14.i3.pp701-711
Vempalle Rafi , Pradyumna Kumar Dhal , Shaik Hussain Vali , Sadhu Radha Krishna , Uppuluri Suryavalli , S. Vinoth John Prakash
An enhanced multi-mode control solution for a Z-source virtual synchronous generator (ZVSG) that makes use of a fuzzy logic controller (FLC) is proposed by this study for use in photovoltaic (PV) systems. As a potential grid integration option for PV systems, the ZVSG has great potential due to its steady and adjustable power production. A stable voltage and frequency output can be maintained by the ZVSG when it is running in a variety of modes, such as grid-connected, standalone, and islanding, according to the control approach that has been provided. The FLC is used for the purpose of controlling the switching frequency of the ZVSG as well as the DC-link voltage. The performance of the ZVSG is improved by the FLC-based control approach that has been proposed. This technique reduces the steady state error and offers a rapid dynamic response. The results of the simulation show that the recommendation for a control approach improves the performance of the ZVSG across a wide variety of operating modes and load conditions.
Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Page: 701-711
Publish at: 2025-09-01

Investigation of DC-AC converter control techniques with enhanced MOSFET gate driver

10.11591/ijape.v14.i3.pp676-687
Elmourabit Bouazza , Akaaboune Jalil , Oulaaross Mohamed , Benchagra Mohamed
To promote the use of photovoltaic (PV) systems and reduce costs, it is crucial to develop innovative approaches for grid integration, thereby contributing to global power generation. This article presents the development of an integrated power circuit using the TOSHIBA-TLP350 as a gate driver for the implementation of a single-phase H-bridge inverter, combined with inductor–capacitor–inductor (LCL) filters. This circuit was designed and controlled using a high-frequency pulse width modulation (PWM) signal generated by an ATmega328P microcontroller board, with a predefined program, to facilitate the filtration and reduction of both current and voltage harmonics present at the output of the filters. The study primarily focuses on a grid-connected mode of operation but also demonstrates adaptability to the islanded mode. The proposed application in this article can be adapted to other renewable energy conversion systems. The effectiveness of this achievement is demonstrated through detailed experimental results, highlighting the potential benefits for cost reduction and performance improvement of photovoltaic systems.
Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Page: 676-687
Publish at: 2025-09-01

Mitigating mismatch power losses in photovoltaic systems under partial shading: a comparative study of series-parallel and alternative configurations

10.11591/ijape.v14.i3.pp588-599
Raghad Adeeb Othman , Omar Sharaf Al-Deen Yehya Al-Yozbaky , Ali Abbawi Mohammed Alabbawi
Utilizing the photovoltaic effect, photovoltaic (PV) systems are a popular technique for capturing solar energy and turning sunlight into electricity. However, environmental factors, especially shade, significantly impact photovoltaic system efficiency. Shadows cast on PV panels by surrounding structures, trees, accumulated dirt, clouds, and debris can seriously impair their performance. The purpose of this study was to investigate how shade affects photovoltaic systems utilized in residential settings. Series-parallel (SP) topology for PV system have been investigated. Additionally, in this work, a PV system of 5 kW of the residence home has been proposed and multi cases of shading examined. Through the results obtained when partial shading was applied, it was found that the highest efficiency of the system was when partial shading irradiance (Ir = 500 W/m2) was applied to one column (5 modules) as 82.84%, while the worst and least equipped case was when the shading was applied to the corners and random shading at (8 modules), where the efficiency decreased to approximately 39.24% and 40.64% respectively.
Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Page: 588-599
Publish at: 2025-09-01

Performance comparison of core loss in induction motor using non-oriented electrical steels

10.11591/ijape.v14.i3.pp640-646
Chittimilla Shravan Kumar Reddy , Ezhilarasi Arivukkannu , Kartigeyan Jayaraman
Induction motor (IM) enjoy certain advantages that include simple design, robust construction, reliable operation, low initial cost, easy operation and simple maintenance besides offering reasonable efficiency. Modelling and definition of procedures leading to good estimation of core losses in induction motors from material test data is still a challenge, is considered as problem statement. The major objective of this paper is to estimate the core loss in an induction motor (IM) by analyzing a selection of non-grain oriented electrical steel materials and then identifying for each represented whether it can be used both as stator and rotor core material. As core loss is influenced by factors such as air gap, B-H theory, eddy currents and excess loss coefficients and Steinmetzuhl factor, this study is intended to improve the electromagnetic performance of the motor. Influencing core loss are the amounts of flux density and elasticity of material. This study was accomplished by using three sorts of non oriented electrical steel: DI MAX-M15, DI MAX-M19, and DI MAX-M36. A 5 HP induction motor was the subject for finite element method (FEM) simulations whose results have been verified by empirical relations, which show the merit of using non oriented electrical steel as core material.
Volume: 14
Issue: 3
Page: 640-646
Publish at: 2025-09-01
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