Microgrid Monitoring & Controlling Using PLC

Authors:

Chaitali D. Khaire¹, Sakshi S. Jadhav², Yashraj R. Lawale³, Kumar K. Karche⁴, Mr. Shrikant D. Mangate⁵

¹²³⁴Students, ⁵Asst. Prof. at SVPM’s COE, Malegaon (BK) Department of Electrical Engineering, SVPM’s COE, Malegaon(BK),Baramati, India,

Savitribai Phule Pune University,

khairechaitali32@gmail.com¹,  ssakujadhav1608@gmail.com²,  yashrajlawale442@gmail.com³,

 Karchekumar3@gmail.com⁴, sdmangate@engg.svpm.org.in⁵

Abstract—Intelligent control systems and renewable energy sources are being integrated as a result of the growing need for dependable and sustainable energy. The design and implementation of a hybrid power system that combines solar, wind, and battery energy storage is presented in this work. The system is based on a programmable logic controller (PLC). Through constant electrical and environmental parameter monitoring, the suggested system effectively controls power generation, storage, and load distribution. A battery bank stores energy to guarantee a continuous power supply during times of low generation, while solar photovoltaic panels and a wind turbine function as the main energy sources. The PLC serves as the main control unit, carrying out preset logic to prioritize renewable energy sources, optimize energy use, safeguard system components, and ensure supply stability.

Keywords— Microgrid, PLC, Renewable Energy, Solar Power, Wind Power, Load Management, Energy Monitoring.