This study introduces a novel approach for analyzing photovoltaic (PV) systems that employ block lookup tables for speedy and efficient simulation. It introduces an innovative method for tracking the Global Maximum Power Point (GMPP) by utilizing Zebra Optimization Algorithm (ZOA). The suggested method was carefully evaluated under difficult Partial Shading Conditions (PSCs) and Dynamic Shading Conditions (DSCs) to determine its global and local search capability. ZOA's performance was examined in four scenarios and compared to four existing MPPT algorithms: Grey Wolf Optimization (GWO), Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO), Flower Pollination Algorithm (FPA), and Whale Optimization Algorithm (WOA). ZOA surpassed its competitors with an average tracking time of 0.875 s and a tracking efficiency of 99.95% in PSCs. In comparison, ZOA increased tracking efficiency by up to 2%, increased resilience under varied circumstances, and produced a faster convergence speed-approaching the maximum Power Point 10-15% faster than the other algorithms. Furthermore, ZOA significantly decreased operating point variations. The algorithm's overall performance was tested using an experimental setup with a DSPACE board and a PV emulator. These findings demonstrate that ZOA is a highly efficient and dependable MPPT solution for PV systems, especially in severe PSCs.

Center for Information Analytical and Technical Support of Nuclear Power Facilities Monitoring National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine Akademika Palladina Avenue 34 A Kyiv Ukraine

CES laboratory National Engineering School of Sfax Sfax Tunisia

College of Engineering University of Business and Technology Jeddah 21448 Saudi Arabia

Department of Electrical Engineering Graphic Era Dehradun 248002 India

Department of Theoretical Electrical Engineering and Diagnostics of Electrical Equipment Institute of Electrodynamics National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine Beresteyskiy 56 03680 Kyiv 57 Ukraine

ENET Centre VSB Technical University of Ostrava Ostrava 708 00 Czech Republic

Hourani Center for Applied Scientific Research Al Ahliyya Amman University Amman Jordan

Laboratory of Identification Command Control and Communication University of Biskra Biskra Algeria

LAS laboratory Faculty of Technology University of Ferhat Abbas Setif 1 Sétif Algeria

LEPCI laboratory Department of Electronics Faculty of Technology University of Ferhat Abbas Setif 1 Sétif Algeria

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