Optimization of ANN-based DC voltage control using hybrid rain optimization algorithm for a transformerless high-gain boost converter

Abstract

This paper introduces an adaptive voltage regulation technique for a transformerless high-gain boost converter (HGBC) integrated within standalone photovoltaic systems. A neural network controller is trained and fine-tuned using the rain optimization algorithm (ROA) to achieve improved dynamic behavior under variable solar conditions. The proposed ROA-ANN framework continuously updates the duty cycle to ensure output voltage stability in real time. Validation was carried out using MATLAB–OrCAD co-simulation under multiple scenarios. Comparative results highlight superior performance of the ROA-ANN controller in terms of convergence speed, overshoot minimization, and steady-state response, outperforming conventional PID and ANN-based methods.