Improved Horse Racing Algorithm-Based Incremental Conductance Method for Mpp Tracking of PV Systems

The paper proposes a new solution using a metaheuristic technique that integrates a horse racing game-based algorithm and the incremental conductance (IC) method to overcome the problem of partial shading on the performance of a photovoltaic power system. This method emphasizes improving the accuracy and response time of the maximum power point tracking (MPPT) system under real weather conditions. By using an algorithm based on a horse racing game, the system can quickly achieve the global maximum power more accurately, helping to optimize solar panel performance while dealing with fluctuations in the surrounding environment. Simulation results show that the proposed method has significantly better performance than conventional IC in tracking and finding global MPP. The convergence time of the proposed method is also improved, and significantly reduced compared to traditional IC algorithm, showing the flexibility and effectiveness of the proposed method in the realistic conditions.