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Multivariable control of a lighter than air system

Samson, Jonathan and Katebi, Reza (2014) Multivariable control of a lighter than air system. In: 2014 UKACC 10th International Conference on Control (CONTROL 2014), 2014-09-11 - 2014-09-13, Loughborough University.

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Abstract

This paper describes the control theory behind a new group of wind energy systems known as Airborne Wind Energy Systems (AWES). The control architecture of a kite system and rigid body system is explored and this is then compared to a lighter than air system developed by Altaeros Energies. The plant model of this system is described in detail and the main dynamics of the system are outlined. This paper concludes with a simulation study looking at pitch and altitude control using a multivariable PID control strategy. This was developed using the Pettinen-Koivo method and tuned on a linearized model of the Altaeros System. Results show good tracking in both altitude and pitch set-points.

Item type: Conference or Workshop Item (Paper)
ID code: 48602
Notes: This work has been submitted to the IEEE for possible publication. Copyright may be transferred without notice, after which this version may no longer be accessible.
Keywords: airborne wind generation , PID control strategy, Airborne Wind Energy Systems (AWES), aerodynamics, PID tuning, Electrical engineering. Electronics Nuclear engineering, Energy Engineering and Power Technology
Subjects: Technology > Electrical engineering. Electronics Nuclear engineering
Department: Faculty of Engineering > Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Depositing user: Pure Administrator
Date deposited: 17 Jun 2014 11:22
Last modified: 01 Oct 2017 13:37
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URI: https://strathprints.strath.ac.uk/id/eprint/48602
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