Causal, Stochastic MPC for Wave Energy Converters
We implement a causal model predictive control (MPC) strategy to maximize power generation from a wave energy converter (WEC) system, for which the power take-off (PTO) systems have both hard stroke (i.e., displacement) limits and force ratings. The approach models the WEC dynamics in discrete-time, in a manner that exactly preserves energy-flow quantities, and assumes a stationary stochastic disturbance model for the incident wave force. The control objective is to maximize the expected power generation in stationarity, while accounting for parasitic losses in the power train. PTO stroke measurements are assumed to be available for real-time feedback, as well as the free-surface elevation of the waves at a designated location relative to the WEC, and the open-loop dynamics of the WEC are assumed to be linear and time-invariant. Mean-square stability of the MPC algorithm is proven. The methodology is illustrated in a simulation example pertaining to a heaving cylindrical buoy.
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