For research work- "power control strategy of PV, FC" which system can be more feasible? Also which software other than homer is free available for design which is valid worldwide?
FEASIBILITY AND SIMULATION OF A SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC INSTALLATION IN DC FOR STANDALONE SERVICES BUILDINGS,
But I think the standalone systems are feasible in both as in rural and non-rural areas. And taking into account the control perspective the standalone is easier to control than the grid connected undoubtedly. I strongly suggest read the following paper:
Analysis and assessment of an off-grid services building through the usage of a DC photovoltaic microgrid.
I am very much satisfied with Srete N. sir- grid connected is more complex than off-grid system. If we look for some valuable real time case study and its validation from simulation, than off-grid finds a variety of research gap which may be implemented to solve various problems.
We start by choosing the system (connected or isolated) according to the needs and the site. Then we choose a control strategy according to the variables to control