Real-Time Implementation Challenges of Control Algorithms in Power Electronics

Abstract

The integration of power electronic converters within modern electrical systems is pivotal, relying heavily on control algorithms to regulate and optimize performance. However, achieving real-time implementation of these algorithms poses multifaceted challenges. This review article delves into the intricate complexities that hinder seamless execution, examining computational limitations grappling with algorithm intricacies and hardware constraints struggling to match algorithmic demands. Key challenges encompass computational intricacies in handling high switching frequencies, hardware limitations constraining processing power and memory, and latency issues impacting response time. Strategies for overcoming these challenges span algorithmic optimization, parallel processing, hardware accelerators, and efficient communication protocols. The future trajectory entails explorations in AI integration, hardware-software co-design, and cybersecurity fortification to bolster real-time responsiveness. This article illuminates pathways toward a future where power electronic systems seamlessly adapt to dynamic conditions, emphasizing collaboration, innovation, and interdisciplinary advancements as the driving forces toward more efficient, resilient electrical systems.