Automatically track solar photovoltaic power generation

Does automatic solar radiation tracker work for photovoltaic panels?

Abstract— This paper concerns the automatic smart solar radiation tracker dedicated to Received : 08 Jan 2023 photovoltaic panels. The proposed tracking system ensures optimum generation of electrical Revised : 21 Feb 2023 power by proper orientation of PV panels while consuming minimal energy.

How do solar tracking systems work?

Several solar tracking principles and techniques have been proposed to track the sun efficiently. The idea behind designing a solar tracking system is to fix solar photovoltaic modules in a position that can track the motion of the sun across the sky to capture the maximum amount of sunlight.

Can a solar tracking system generate maximum solar power?

Maximum solar power can be generated only when the Sun is perpendicular to the panel, which can be achieved only for a few hours when using a fixed solar panel system, hence the development of an automatic solar tracking system.

What are active solar tracking systems?

Active solar tracking systems are systems that use motors, gears, and other controllers to direct the photovoltaic panels toward the sun. Active tracker systems come in several varieties that can be classified into a few categories.

How does a photovoltaic tracking system work?

This designed tracking system was experimentally tested using two photovoltaics. The photovoltaics are driven by a PIC microcontroller based on a tracking algorithm for economic and maximum power harvesting. The photovoltaics are arranged in the form of a triangle located opposite of each other.

How can solar tracking improve photovoltaic energy production?

To improve tracking movements and photovoltaic energy production, we recommend using solar sensors to construct a novel two-axis solar tracking device. This technology benefits from increased solar radiation and solar energy harvesting capabilities.