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LSTM-RNN based PV sources integration with CC–CV charging for sustainable electric mobility

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: The growing adoption of Photo Voltaic (PV) powered Electric Vehicle (EV) charging systems are hindered by solar intermittency and the absence of coordinated forecasting-driven charging strategies. Existing methods often decouple PV generation from EV demand or rely on static scheduling, leading to suboptimal energy utilization and increased grid reliance. Additionally, thermal effects influencing PV output remain underexplored. This study proposes a data-driven framework that integrates Long Short Term Memory–Recurrent Neural Network (LSTM–RNN) based surplus solar forecasting with adaptive EV charging coordination for a 300 kW rooftop PV system in Kundrathur, Chennai, India. The model predicts surplus PV energy at 30-minute intervals using time-series inputs such as irradiance, temperature, load demand, and state of charge. These forecasts guide dynamic scheduling of slow and Direct Current (DC) fast charging under a Constant Current–Constant Voltage (CC–CV) protocol. Validated using real operational data, the model achieves a Mean Absolute Percentage Error (MAPE) of 2.421%, Root Mean Square Error (RMSE) of 24.65 kWh, and Mean Absolute Error (MAE) of 16.85 kWh, demonstrating short-term forecasting accuracy. The system delivers a daily surplus energy of 588.97 kWh, supporting approximately 18 EVs (32 kWh battery) or 14 EVs (40 kWh battery), eliminating grid dependency during peak solar periods. DC fast charging reduces charging time from 5 h to 2 h, while controlled constant voltage tapering and thermal management ensure safe battery operation. Furthermore, each EV charged solely using solar energy avoids approximately 28 kg of CO₂ emissions, aligning with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and 13 (Climate Action). Overall, the framework demonstrates that integrating solar forecasting with thermally aware adaptive charging enhances renewable energy utilization in EV charging systems, while highlighting the need for future improvements under variable conditions.

Source: Scientific Reports

DOI: 10.1038/s41598-026-65919-1

Authors: Ezhilmaran Murugesan, Somasundaram Periasamy

Institution: Anna University, Chennai

Language: English

Topic: Electric Vehicles and Infrastructure

Subfield: Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Affordable and clean energy, Industry, innovation and infrastructure, Climate action, Sustainable cities and communities

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,690