Abstract
With the aim of enhancing the small signal stability of electric power systems, the present paper evaluated and compared
some power system stabilizers (PSSs). The dilemma of small signal instability is avoided by equipping the generator’s
automatic voltage regulator (AVR) with a backup controller known as a PSS. Conventional PSS operates with acceptable
efficiency when designed to suit specific operating conditions, but there are limitations and drawbacks that arise when
disturbances lead to fluctuation in system parameters. Strengthening the design methodology for PSS in the face of these
limitations is achieved by adopting artificial intelligence. This research presents a fuzzy, neural system-based approach
to the development of PSS. The Adaptive Network Based Fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS) is used to design the Fuzzy
Neural Power Systems stabilizer (FNPSS) . ANFIS eliminates the disadvantages of using fuzzy logic and neural networks
independently in PSS design. The single machine infinite bus (SMIB) power system was used as a case study to evaluate
the effectiveness of the proposed methodology. Additionally, the study includes root locus scheme for loop of voltage
regulation by utilizing proportional Integral controller, P-I controller, a widely used traditional linear design technique,
for comparison. The simulation results confirm the effectiveness of the method, demonstrating the superiority of the
ANFIS design method over other PSS designs. MATLAB, along with Control System Toolbox and SIMULINK, is used
for simulation and design.