scholarly journals An Improved Nonlinear Five-Point Model for Photovoltaic Modules

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sakaros Bogning Dongue ◽  
Donatien Njomo ◽  
Lessly Ebengai
Keyword(s):  
Mathematical Model ◽  
Solar Irradiance ◽  
Nonlinear Effects ◽  
Photovoltaic Module ◽  
Economic Returns ◽  
Point Model ◽  
Simulation Tools ◽  
Photovoltaic Modules ◽  
Pv Panel ◽  
Pv Modules

This paper presents an improved nonlinear five-point model capable of analytically describing the electrical behaviors of a photovoltaic module for each generic operating condition of temperature and solar irradiance. The models used to replicate the electrical behaviors of operating PV modules are usually based on some simplified assumptions which provide convenient mathematical model which can be used in conventional simulation tools. Unfortunately, these assumptions cause some inaccuracies, and hence unrealistic economic returns are predicted. As an alternative, we used the advantages of a nonlinear analytical five-point model to take into account the nonideal diode effects and nonlinear effects generally ignored, which PV modules operation depends on. To verify the capability of our method to fit PV panel characteristics, the procedure was tested on three different panels. Results were compared with the data issued by manufacturers and with the results obtained using the five-parameter model proposed by other authors.

scholarly journals A New Strategy for Accurately PredictingI-VElectrical Characteristics of PV Modules Using a Nonlinear Five-Point Model

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sakaros Bogning Dongue ◽  
Donatien Njomo ◽  
Lessly Ebengai
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Data ◽  
Nonlinear Effect ◽  
Solar Irradiance ◽  
Great Accuracy ◽  
Operating Conditions ◽  
Point Model ◽  
Photovoltaic Modules ◽  
Pv Modules ◽  
Good Comparison ◽  
New Strategy

This paper presents the modelling of electricalI-Vresponse of illuminated photovoltaic crystalline modules. As an alternative method to the linear five-parameter model, our strategy uses advantages of a nonlinear analytical five-point model to take into account the effects of nonlinear variations of current with respect to solar irradiance and of voltage with respect to cells temperature. We succeeded in this work to predict with great accuracy theI-Vcharacteristics of monocrystalline shell SP75 and polycrystalline GESOLAR GE-P70 photovoltaic modules. The good comparison of our calculated results to experimental data provided by the modules manufacturers makes it possible to appreciate the contribution of taking into account the nonlinear effect of operating conditions data onI-Vcharacteristics of photovoltaic modules.

scholarly journals Design and Implementation of a Simulator for Photovoltaic Modules

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kuang-Hui Tang ◽  
Kuei-Hsiang Chao ◽  
Yuan-Wei Chao ◽  
Jyun-Ping Chen
Keyword(s):  
Low Cost ◽  
Characteristic Curve ◽  
Output Characteristic ◽  
Normal Operation ◽  
Photovoltaic Module ◽  
Simulation Tools ◽  
Photovoltaic Modules ◽  
Power Conditioner ◽  
Power Generation System ◽  
Parallel Configuration

Proposed in this paper is the development of a photovoltaic module simulator, one capable of running an output characteristic simulation under normal operation according to various electrical parameters specified and exhibiting multiple advantages of being low cost, small sized, and easy to implement. In comparison with commercial simulation tools, Pspice and Solar Pro, the simulator developed demonstrates a comparableI-Vas well as aP-Voutput characteristic curve. In addition, a series-parallel configuration of individual modules constitutes a photovoltaic module array, which turns into a photovoltaic power generation system with an integrated power conditioner.

scholarly journals Assessment of Photovoltaic Surface Texturing on Transmittance Effects and Glint/Glare Impacts

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julius Yellowhair ◽  
Clifford K. Ho
Keyword(s):  
Surface Roughness ◽  
Surface Texturing ◽  
Air Traffic ◽  
Photovoltaic Module ◽  
Roughness Parameters ◽  
Photovoltaic Modules ◽  
Standard Glass ◽  
Air Traffic Controllers ◽  
Pv Modules

Standard glass and polymer covers on photovoltaic modules can partially reflect the sunlight causing glint and glare. Glint and glare from large photovoltaic installations can be significant and have the potential to create hazards for motorists, air-traffic controllers and pilots flying near installations. In this work, the reflectance, surface roughness and reflected solar beam spread were measured from various photovoltaic modules acquired from seven different manufacturers. The surface texturing of the PV modules varied from smooth to roughly textured. Correlations between the measured surface texturing (roughness parameters) and beam spread (subtended angle) were determined. These correlations were then used to assess surface texturing effects on transmittance and ocular impacts of glare from photovoltaic module covers. The results can be used to drive the designs for photovoltaic surface texturing to improve transmittance and minimize glint/glare.

scholarly journals The Condition of Photovoltaic Modules under Random Operation Parameters

Energies ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (24) ◽  
pp. 8358
Author(s):  
Grzegorz Trzmiel ◽  
Jaroslaw Jajczyk ◽  
Ewa Kardas-Cinal ◽  
Norbert Chamier-Gliszczynski ◽  
Waldemar Wozniak ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Working Conditions ◽  
Original Method ◽  
Diagnostic Information ◽  
Photovoltaic Module ◽  
Operational Parameters ◽  
Efficient Tool ◽  
Residual Method ◽  
Photovoltaic Modules ◽  
Pv Modules ◽  
Operation Parameters

The paper presents an original method underlying an efficient tool for assessing the condition of photovoltaic (PV) modules, in particular, those made of amorphous cells. Significantly random changes in operational parameters characterize amorphous cell operation and cause them to be challenging to test, especially in working conditions. To develop the method, the authors modified the residual method with incorporated histograms. The proposed method has been verified through experiments that show the usefulness of the proposed approach. It significantly minimizes the risk of false diagnostic information in assessing the condition of photovoltaic modules. Based on the proposed methods, the inference results confirm the effectiveness of the concept for evaluating the degree of failure of the photovoltaic module described in the paper.

scholarly journals An Improved Mathematical Model for Computing Power Output of Solar Photovoltaic Modules

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdul Qayoom Jakhrani ◽  
Saleem Raza Samo ◽  
Shakeel Ahmed Kamboh ◽  
Jane Labadin ◽  
Andrew Ragai Henry Rigit
Keyword(s):  
Mathematical Model ◽  
Numerical Methods ◽  
Power Output ◽  
Time Series Data ◽  
Meteorological Data ◽  
Lambert W Function ◽  
Series Data ◽  
Photovoltaic Module ◽  
Photovoltaic Modules ◽  
Input Parameters

It is difficult to determine the input parameters values for equivalent circuit models of photovoltaic modules through analytical methods. Thus, the previous researchers preferred to use numerical methods. Since, the numerical methods are time consuming and need long term time series data which is not available in most developing countries, an improved mathematical model was formulated by combination of analytical and numerical methods to overcome the limitations of existing methods. The values of required model input parameters were computed analytically. The expression for output current of photovoltaic module was determined explicitly by Lambert W function and voltage was determined numerically by Newton-Raphson method. Moreover, the algebraic equations were derived for the shape factor which involves the ideality factor and the series resistance of a single diode photovoltaic module power output model. The formulated model results were validated with rated power output of a photovoltaic module provided by manufacturers using local meteorological data, which gave ±2% error. It was found that the proposed model is more practical in terms of precise estimations of photovoltaic module power output for any required location and number of variables used.

Multi-Criteria Decision-Making Tools for Selection Photovoltaic Modules

2018 ◽  
Vol 27 ◽  
pp. 147-151
Author(s):  
Gabriela Demian ◽  
Mihai Demian ◽  
Stefan Radu ◽  
Sandu Dubovan
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Optimal Solution ◽  
Photovoltaic Module ◽  
Multi Criteria Decision Making ◽  
Photovoltaic Modules ◽  
Decision Methods ◽  
Pv Modules ◽  
Criteria For Selection

This paper presents aplying a multi-criteria decision methods to evaluate an optimum photovoltaic module for the construction of a solar park. In this work, seven number of alternative of photovoltaic modules and four criteria for selection is used for the optimal solution. The result from the research demonstrate which of the analyzed PV modules is the most convenient to be used for construction of a solar park.

scholarly journals Performance analysis of thermosyphon hybrid photovoltaic thermal collector

2016 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 28 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. Marc-Alain Mutombo ◽  
Freddie Inambao ◽  
Glen Bright
Keyword(s):  
Solar Irradiance ◽  
Rectangular Channel ◽  
Environmental Parameters ◽  
Photovoltaic Module ◽  
The Sun ◽  
Cell Temperature ◽  
Solar Module ◽  
Photovoltaic Modules ◽  
Pv Module ◽  
Incoming Energy

The conversion of solar irradiance into electricity by a photovoltaic module (PV) is 6– 7% of the incoming energy from the sun depending on the type of technology and the environmental parameters. More than 80% of incoming energy from the sun is reflected or absorbed by the solar module. The fraction of energy absorbed increases with solar cell temperature and the cells’ efficiency drops as a consequence. The efficiency of a PV module is improved by combining a PV module and a thermal collector in one unit, resulting in a hybrid photovoltaic and thermal collector (PV/T). The purpose of this paper is to present the behavior a thermosyphon hybrid PV/T when exposed to variations of environmental parameters and to demonstrate the advantage of cooling photovoltaic modules with water using a rectangular channel profile for the thermal collector. A single glazed flat-box absorber PV/T module was designed, its behavior for different environmental parameters tested, the numerical model developed, and the simulation for particular days for Durban weather run. The simulation result showed that the overall efficiency of the PV/T module was 38.7% against 14.6% for a standard PV module while the water temperature in the storage tank reached 37.1 °C. This is a great encouragement to the marketing of the PV/T technology in South Africa particularly during summer, and specifically in areas where the average annual solar irradiance is more than 4.70 kWh/m²/day.

Autonomous Solar-Wind Power Forecasting Systems

2015 ◽  
Vol 1097 ◽  
pp. 59-62
Author(s):  
Alena Okhorzina ◽  
Alexey Yurchenko ◽  
Artem Kozloff
Keyword(s):  
Mathematical Model ◽  
Solar Wind ◽  
Power Systems ◽  
Far East ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Photovoltaic Module ◽  
Photovoltaic Modules ◽  
Photovoltaic Power ◽  
The Far East ◽  
Climatic Testing

The paper reports on the results of climatic testing of silicon photovoltaic modules and photovoltaic power systems conducted in Russia (Siberia and the Far East). The monitoring system to control the power system work was developed. Testing over 17 years and a large amount of experimental studies enabled us to develop a precise mathematical model of the photovoltaic module in natural environment taking into account climatic and hardware factors.

scholarly journals Comparison of Performance Measurements of Photovoltaic Modules during Winter Months in Taxila, Pakistan

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Anser Bashir ◽  
Hafiz Muhammad Ali ◽  
Shahid Khalil ◽  
Muzaffar Ali ◽  
Aysha Maryam Siddiqui
Keyword(s):  
Solar Irradiance ◽  
Strong Dependence ◽  
Performance Ratio ◽  
Back Surface ◽  
Photovoltaic Module ◽  
Comparative Performance ◽  
Solar Module ◽  
Photovoltaic Modules ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Module Efficiency

This paper presents the comparative performance evaluation of three commercially available photovoltaic modules (monocrystalline, polycrystalline, and single junction amorphous silicon) in Taxila, Pakistan. The experimentation was carried out at outdoor conditions for winter months. Power output, module efficiency, and performance ratio were calculated for each module and the effect of module temperature and solar irradiance on these parameters was investigated. Module parameters showed strong dependence on the solar irradiance and module temperature. Monocrystalline and polycrystalline modules showed better performance in high irradiance condition whereas it decreased suddenly with decrease in irradiance. Amorphous solar module also showed good performance in low irradiance due to its better light absorbing characteristics and thus showed higher average performance ratio. Monocrystalline photovoltaic module showed higher monthly average module efficiency and was found to be more efficient at this site. Module efficiency and performance ratio showed a decreasing trend with increase of irradiance and photovoltaic module back surface temperature.

scholarly journals Use of an Indoor Solar Flash Test Device to Evaluate Production Loss Associated to Specific Defects on Photovoltaic Modules

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (5) ◽  
pp. 639-646
Author(s):  
Silvia Luciani ◽  
Gianluca Coccia ◽  
Sebastiano Tomassetti ◽  
Mariano Pierantozzi ◽  
Giovanni Di Nicola
Keyword(s):  
Visual Inspection ◽  
Photovoltaic Module ◽  
Production Loss ◽  
Test Device ◽  
Solar Simulator ◽  
Photovoltaic Modules ◽  
Class A ◽  
Pv Modules ◽  
Non Destructive ◽  
Destructive Methods

During their lifetime, photovoltaic (PV) plants are subject to a normal degradation of their components, and they are consequently characterized by decrease of the expected production. In order to prevent and evaluate failures and loss of production, specific tests can be carried out on the PV modules. Non-destructive methods, such as visual inspection and infrared thermography, can be performed in order to determine production failures or defects on the PV modules. I-V curves allow to estimate the performance of photovoltaic modules and strings, estimating the deviation between the power of the examined module and that declared by the manufacturer. The aim of this work is to evaluate the efficiency loss of photovoltaic modules associated to specific defects, causing in a systematic way some faults on a set of brand-new modules and assessing the relative decrease of power. The set of brand-new photovoltaic modules, after being damaged, was experimentally characterized determining their I-V curves by means of an indoor solar flash test device based on a class A+ AM 1.5 solar simulator. Using the I-V curves as a dataset, it was possible to estimate the incidence of different defects on the power of the photovoltaic module being considered.

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