ABSTRACT
Boost converters are a specific kind of DC–DC converter that are frequently utilized in photovoltaic (PV) systems to raise the voltage of the DC electricity that is produced by the solar panels. The output voltage of a solar panel is generally low and fluctuates depending on the amount of sunshine that is available. By utilizing a boost converter, the voltage can be increased to a level that is appropriate for charging batteries or activating DC loads. This makes the boost converter an extremely versatile piece of electrical equipment. Boost converters are frequently utilized in solar photovoltaic (PV) devices for the following reasons. In order to transform the low voltage DC power that is produced by the solar panels into a higher voltage that is suitable for charging batteries or powering DC loads,an effective method known as a boost converter is required. A significant number of solar photovoltaic systems are intended to charge batteries, which call for a particular voltage range in order to charge effectively.Through the utilization of a boost converter,the voltage produced by the solar panel can be brought up to the level required for effectively charging the batteries.It is possible to use a boost converter in conjunction with an MPPT controller to ensure that the solar panel is functioning at its highest power capacity. This, in turn, increases the amount of power that can be gleaned from the sun. Boost converters can also be used to accommodate for voltage drops in lengthy cable runs between solar panels and the charge controller or the battery bank. This can be accomplished by connecting the solar panels directly to the boost converter. In general, a boost converter is an essential part of many solar photovoltaic (PV) systems because it permits effective power conversion and makes it possible for the system to function to the fullest extent of its potential [75], [76].
