A fuzzy logic-based self tuning power system stabilizer optimized with a genetic algorithm

This paper presents an approach for designing power system stabilizers (PSS) with a fuzzy logic based parameter tuner. In the initial design step, Prony analysis is used to identify linear models for the synchronous generator at a large number of operating points, consisting of various power outputs and machine terminal voltages. Next, optimal parameter settings for a conventional PSS are generated using the linearized models. From the operating point settings, a selection of fuzzy rules is used to tune the stabilizer parameters online according to real-time measurements. The membership functions of the fuzzy parameter tuner are optimized using a genetic algorithm (GA). Simulation studies show that the proposed stabilizer performs well over a wide range of operating conditions and provides better dynamic performance than a fixed parameter PSS.