Hierarchical power output prediction for floating photovoltaic systems

Mohd Herwan, Sulaiman and Zuriani, Mustaffa and Mohd Shawal, Jadin and Mohd Mawardi, Saari (2025) Hierarchical power output prediction for floating photovoltaic systems. Energy, 323 (135883). pp. 1-17. ISSN 0360-5442 (Print), 1873-6785 (Online). (Published)

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Abstract

Accurate forecasting of power output in Floating Photovoltaic (FPV) systems is essential for optimizing renewable energy generation and improving energy management strategies. This study introduces a novel hierarchical prediction framework that enhances FPV power forecasting by systematically modeling energy output at three levels: (1) Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) level, (2) phase-wise level, and (3) total system level. This structured approach captures the interdependencies between different operational levels, improving both prediction accuracy and interpretability. A high-resolution dataset, spanning one year with 5-min interval measurements, was collected from an operational FPV system at Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA) and used for model training and validation. The dataset comprises meteorological parameters (solar irradiation, ambient temperature) and electrical characteristics (MPPT voltage, current, and phase-wise power output). Five machine learning models—Feedforward Neural Network (FFNN), Random Forest (RF), Extreme Learning Machine (ELM), Support Vector Machine (SVM), and eXtreme Gradient Boosting (XGBoost)—were evaluated within the hierarchical framework. Results indicate that FFNN outperforms all other models, achieving an RMSE of 0.0125, MAE of 0.0024, and an R2 of 1 at the system level. The hierarchical structure improves predictive robustness, reduces error propagation across levels, and enhances real-time monitoring by facilitating localized performance analysis. This framework offers a scalable and adaptable solution for FPV forecasting, contributing to enhanced grid stability and more effective energy management. The findings demonstrate the practical benefits of hierarchical modeling in renewable energy prediction, providing a foundation for future research into adaptive forecasting models for dynamic environmental conditions.

Item Type:	Article
Additional Information:	Indexed by Scopus
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Floating photovoltaic (FPV); Hierarchical prediction; Machine learning
Subjects:	T Technology > TK Electrical engineering. Electronics Nuclear engineering
Faculty/Division:	Faculty of Computing Faculty of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology
Depositing User:	Mrs Norsaini Abdul Samat
Date Deposited:	17 Apr 2025 01:37
Last Modified:	17 Apr 2025 01:37
URI:	http://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/44330
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