Bibliometric Analysis of Microgrid Control Strategy from 2007 to 2022 Based on CiteSpace

Abstract

Efficient and reliable control strategy is the key to the stable operation of microgrids. Most studies on microgrid control strategy are from single perspectives, lacking integrated views. Thus, we use CiteSpace to process a multidimensional bibliometric analysis to depict the publication statistics, collaboration dynamics, research status, and development trends; we also construct a panorama knowledge framework and show future research features. We discover that microgrid control strategy is a hot domain with global cooperation. Besides, electrical and electronic engineering is the most distinctive discipline, and droop control is one of the most critical control methods. In addition, future studies may focus on engineering application and sustainability; some ongoing hotspots have generated new trends, such as battery, stability analysis, and renewable energy sources. This research is innovative; we provide comprehensive and integrated knowledge details, show the clear theoretical logical structure, and pinpoint future practical frontiers: the research is objective, quantitative, full-scale, multidimensional, and future-oriented, making up for the shortcomings of previous review studies. The results provide valuable theory and practice references for scholars new and interested in this field.

Keywords:

• microgrid
• control strategy
• scientometrics
• progress
• framework

AUTHOR CONTRIBUTIONS

Conceptualization, Y.G.; Methodology, Y.G.; Validation, Y.G.; Software, Q.X.; Data Computation, Q.X. and N.Z.; Data Management, Q.X.; First Draft Writing, Q.X.; Writing Review and Editing, Y.G., J.G., Y.Y.; Research Visualization, Q.X.; Letter of Credit Issuance and Supervision, Y.G.; Project Management, Y.G.; Fund Raising, Y.G.

DATA AVAILABILITY

Data will be provided upon request.

DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

No potential conflict of interest was reported by the author(s).

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Notes on contributors

Yuqing Geng

Yuqing Geng, PhD., is the associate professor of the School of Business, Shanghai Dianji University. His research interests include bibliometric analysis and sustainability.

Qinjun Xiang

Qinjun Xiang is the postgraduate student of the School of Business, Shanghai Dianji University. His research interests include microgrid control strategies.

Naiguang Zhang

Naiguang Zhang is the postgraduate student of the School of Business, Shanghai Dianji University. His research interests include energy power and engineering.

Juan Gao

Juan Gao, PhD, is the lecturer of the School of Business, Shanghai Dianji University. Her research interests include bibliometric analysis.

Yan Yan

Yan Yan, PhD, is the associate professor of the School of Business, Shanghai Dianji University. Her research interests include bibliometric analysis.