Matlab/Simulink Simulation of Solar Energy Storage System

This paper investigates the energy storage 
technologies that can potentially enhance the use of solar energy. 
Water electrolysis systems are seen as the principal means of 
producing a large amount of hydrogen in the future. Starting from the 
analysis of the models of the system components, a complete 
simulation model was realized in the Matlab-Simulink environment. 
Results of the numerical simulations are provided. The operation of 
electrolysis and photovoltaic array combination is verified at various 
insulation levels. It is pointed out that solar cell arrays and 
electrolysers are producing the expected results with solar energy 
inputs that are continuously varying.

• Mustafa A. Al-Refai

• Electrolyzer
• Simulink
• solar energy
• storage system.

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