Work

Solar Tracking System for a Floating Solar Panel System (FPSP)

Year: 2024

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: Photovoltaic (PV) technology is a key renewable energy source worldwide and improving its efficiency is essential. Solar trackers are effective in enhancing this efficiency. This paper discusses the design and prototyping of a solar tracking system for floating solar panel installations, aimed at increasing power output. The system employs an Arduino Uno microcontroller for control, two light-dependent resistors (LDRs) for sunlight detection, a real-time clock (RTC) for day-night detection, an L298n motor driver for motor control, and a linear actuator to adjust panel orientation. Experimental results show that the tracked floating solar panel system boosts power output by up to 28.25% compared to stationary systems. The study highlights the importance of solar tracking in optimizing PV system efficiency and overcoming the limitations of fixed installations. Statistical analysis, with a t-test P-value of 0.03, confirms the significant improvement in power harvest with the tracked system.

Source: Proceedings of International Exchange and Innovation Conference on Engineering & Sciences (IEICES)

DOI: 10.5109/7323297

Authors: Rhea Mae A. Cañete, Alexander T. Demetillo, Lovely Mae Dagsa, Joshua A. Orillaneda, Alfred Dennis B. Balamad

Institutions: Caraga State University, Combustion Research and Flow Technology (United States)

Language: English

Topic: Photovoltaic System Optimization Techniques

Subfield: Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment

Field: Energy

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Affordable and clean energy, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4404647665

FWCI:

Cites: 7

Cited by:

Related to: 10