Dynamic Optimization of Fuel Cell Operating Conditions at Different Altitudes

Jinzhou Chen, Hongwen He, Shengwei Quan, Zhongbao Wei, Zhendong Zhang, Jun Zhang

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Abstract

This paper presents a model of the fuel cell (FC) cathode air supply system that considers altitude variation. Additionally, an algorithm that optimizes power by using perturbation and observation (P&O) is proposed to ensure that the FC outputs the maximum net power under high altitude conditions. To analyze the sensitivity of the algorithm parameters, power optimization results with varying iteration cycle times, voltage perturbation steps, and power change thresholds are compared to optimize the algorithm parameters. The proposed algorithm's power optimization performance and altitude adaptation capability are demonstrated through a comparative analysis with the offline optimization method at two different altitudes. The simulation results show that the proposed P&O algorithm has the same optimization capability as the offline optimization algorithm and can adapt to the altitude change.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2023 IEEE Vehicle Power and Propulsion Conference, VPPC 2023 - Proceedings
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9798350344455
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2023
Event19th IEEE Vehicle Power and Propulsion Conference, VPPC 2023 - Milan, Italy
Duration: 24 Oct 202327 Oct 2023

Publication series

Name2023 IEEE Vehicle Power and Propulsion Conference, VPPC 2023 - Proceedings

Conference

Conference19th IEEE Vehicle Power and Propulsion Conference, VPPC 2023
Country/TerritoryItaly
CityMilan
Period24/10/2327/10/23

Keywords

  • air supply system
  • altitude adaptation
  • fuel cell
  • perturbation and observation
  • power optimization

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