Wind Effect Modeling and Analysis for Estimation of Photovoltaic Module Temperature

2017 ◽  
Vol 140 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dhiraj Magare ◽  
Oruganti Sastry ◽  
Rajesh Gupta ◽  
Birinchi Bora ◽  
Yogesh Singh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Wind Speed ◽  
Ambient Temperature ◽  
Wind Direction ◽  
Wind Effect ◽  
Photovoltaic Module ◽  
Temperature Sensitive ◽  
Modeling And Analysis ◽  
Model Based ◽  
Pv Modules ◽  
Module Efficiency

The performance of photovoltaic (PV) modules in outdoor field conditions is adversely affected by the rise in module operating temperature. Wind flow around the module affects its temperature significantly, which ultimately influences the module output power. In this paper, a new approach has been presented, for module temperature estimation of different technology PV modules (amorphous Si, hetero-junction with intrinsic thin-layer (HIT) and multicrystalline Si) installed at the site of National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE), India. The model based on presented approach incorporates the effect of wind speed along with wind direction, while considering in-plane irradiance, ambient temperature, and the module efficiency parameters. For all the technology modules, results have been analyzed qualitatively and quantitatively under different wind situations. Qualitative analysis based on the trend of module temperature variation under different wind speed and wind direction along with irradiance and ambient temperature has been presented in detail from experimental data. Quantitative results obtained from presented model showed good agreement with the experimentally measured data for different technology modules. The model based on presented approach showed marked improvement in results with high consistency, in comparison with other models analyzed for different technology modules installed at the site. The improvement was very significant in case of multicrystalline Si technology modules, which is most commonly used and highly temperature sensitive technology. Presented work can be used for estimating the effect of wind on different technology PV modules and for prediction of module temperature, which affects the performance and reliability of PV modules.

scholarly journals Effects of Ambient Temperature and Wind Speed on Performance of Monocrystalline Solar Photovoltaic Module in Tripura, India

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-5 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tanima Bhattacharya ◽  
Ajoy K. Chakraborty ◽  
Kaushik Pal
Keyword(s):  
Wind Speed ◽  
Ambient Temperature ◽  
Linear Relationship ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Green Buildings ◽  
Standard Test ◽  
Photovoltaic Module ◽  
Solar Photovoltaic ◽  
Positive Linear Relationship ◽  
Module Efficiency

The effects of ambient temperature and wind speed on the performance analysis of a monocrystalline silicon solar photovoltaic module have been analyzed in a particular location called Tripura, India, for the period of 2012-2013. The research work has been carried out by monitoring the variation of module efficiency with ambient temperature and wind speed. A statistical analysis has also been done and the result indicates that the values of correlation coefficient are 96% and 68% for ambient temperature and wind speed, respectively, considering confidence level of 95%.The result shows that there is a strong positive linear relationship between module efficiency and ambient temperature and a moderate positive linear relationship between module efficiency and wind speed. The deviation from the standard test condition (STC) affects the generation of output power while designing green buildings in Tripura.

Model and Analysis of the Output Characteristics of Photovoltaic Module

2012 ◽  
Vol 608-609 ◽  
pp. 195-198
Author(s):  
An Na Wang ◽  
Biao Wu ◽  
Chen Xing Zhang ◽  
Yan Li Song
Keyword(s):  
Light Intensity ◽  
Hot Spot ◽  
Photovoltaic Module ◽  
Model Based ◽  
Pv Module ◽  
Pv Modules ◽  
Output Characteristics ◽  
The Relationship

The model based on matlab S-function of the photovoltaic module describes the relationship between temperature and light intensity of the output characteristics of PV module from the UI and PU curves; This paper further analyzes and discusses the mechanism of hot spot phenomenon of the PV modules and gives reasonable solutions for different situations.

scholarly journals EFEITOS DA TEMPERATURA AMBIENTE E DA VELOCIDADE DO VENTO NO DESEMPENHO DE MÓDULOS SOLARES FOTOVOLTAICOS

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (15) ◽  
pp. 362
Author(s):  
Amaury De Souza ◽  
Ana Paula Garcia Oliveira ◽  
Flavio Aristone ◽  
Vanise Dos Santos Rodrigues ◽  
Gabriel Ozório Linhares Mello
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Wind Speed ◽  
Ambient Temperature ◽  
Environmental Temperature ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Photovoltaic Module ◽  
Solar Photovoltaic ◽  
Positive Linear Relationship ◽  
Module Prediction ◽  
Positive Linear Relation

EFFECTS OF ENVIRONMENTAL TEMPERATURE AND WIND SPEED IN THE PERFORMANCE OF PHOTOVOLTAIC SOLAR MODULESEFECTOS DE LA TEMPERATURA AMBIENTAL Y LA VELOCIDAD DEL VIENTO EN EL DESEMPEÑO DE LOS MÓDULOS SOLARES FOTOVOLTAICOSRESUMOOs efeitos da temperatura ambiente e da velocidade dos ventos na análise de desempenho de um módulo fotovoltaico solar de silício monocristalino foram analisados em Campo Grande, MS, para o período janeiro a dezembro de 2017. O trabalho de pesquisa foi realizado monitorando a variação da eficiência do módulo em função desses parâmetros. Uma análise estatística é apresentada e o resultado indica que os valores do coeficiente de correlação são 96% e 68% para a temperatura ambiente e para velocidade dos ventos, respectivamente, considerando o nível de confiança de 95%. Os resultados mostram que existe uma forte relação linear positiva entre a eficiência do módulo e a temperatura ambiente, e uma relação linear positiva moderada com a velocidade dos ventos.Palavras-chave: Módulo Fotovoltaico; Predição de Eficiência; Condições Climáticas.ABSTRACTThe effects of ambient temperature and wind velocity on the performance analysis of a monocrystalline silicon solar photovoltaic module were analyzed in Campo Grande, MS, from January to December 2017. The research work was carried out by monitoring the efficiency variation of the module according to these parameters. A statistical analysis is presented and the result indicates that the values of the correlation coefficient are 96% and 68% for the ambient temperature and for wind speed, respectively, considering the 95% confidence level. The results show that there is a strong positive linear relationship between the modulus efficiency and the ambient temperature, and a moderate positive linear relation with the velocity of the winds.Keywords: Photovoltaic Module; Prediction of Efficiency; Climate Conditions.RESUMENLos efectos de la temperatura ambiente y de la velocidad de los vientos en el análisis de desempeño de un módulo fotovoltaico solar de silicio monocristalino fueron analizados en Campo Grande, MS, para el período enero a diciembre de 2017. El trabajo de investigación fue realizado monitoreando la variación de la eficiencia del módulo en función de estos parámetros. Se presenta un análisis estadístico y el resultado indica que los valores del coeficiente de correlación son 96% y 68% para la temperatura ambiente y para la velocidad de los vientos, respectivamente, considerando el nivel de confianza del 95%. Los resultados muestran que existe una fuerte relación lineal positiva entre la eficiencia del módulo y la temperatura ambiente, y una relación lineal positiva moderada con la velocidad de los vientos.Palabras clave: Módulo Fotovoltaico; Predicción de Eficiencia; Condiciones Climáticas.

scholarly journals Thermal Effects on Photovoltaic Array Performance: Experimentation, Modeling, and Simulation

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 1460
Author(s):  
Levon Ghabuzyan ◽  
Kevin Pan ◽  
Arianna Fatahi ◽  
Jim Kuo ◽  
Christopher Baldus-Jeursen
Keyword(s):  
Heat Transfer ◽  
Heat Transfer Coefficient ◽  
Wind Speed ◽  
Ambient Temperature ◽  
Wind Direction ◽  
Loss Factor ◽  
Thermal Loss ◽  
Cfd Simulations ◽  
Wind Speeds ◽  
Pv Array

The performance of photovoltaic (PV) arrays are affected by the operating temperature, which is influenced by thermal losses to the ambient environment. The factors affecting thermal losses include wind speed, wind direction, and ambient temperature. The purpose of this work is to analyze how the aforementioned factors affect array efficiency, temperature, and heat transfer coefficient/thermal loss factor. Data on ambient and array temperatures, wind speed and direction, solar irradiance, and electrical output were collected from a PV array mounted on a CanmetENERGY facility in Varennes, Canada, and analyzed. The results were compared with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations and existing results from PVsyst. The findings can be summarized into three points. First, ambient temperature and wind speed are important factors in determining PV performance, while wind direction seems to play a minor role. Second, CFD simulations found that temperature variation on the PV array surface is greater at lower wind speeds, and decreases at higher wind speeds. Lastly, an empirical correlation of heat transfer coefficient/thermal loss factor has been developed.

scholarly journals Investigating the Effect of Inclination Angle of Magnetic Field Vector on Silicon PV Modules

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Dioari Ulrich Combari ◽  
Emmanuel Wendsongré Ramde ◽  
Bruno Korgo ◽  
Ramatou Saré ◽  
Martial Zoungrana ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Inclination Angle ◽  
Fill Factor ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Field Vector ◽  
Photovoltaic Module ◽  
Pv Module ◽  
Pv Modules ◽  
Characteristic Values ◽  
Module Efficiency

In earlier studies, we have shown theoretically and experimentally that magnetic fields (MFs) have negative impact on silicon PV module (photovoltaic module). A noticeable decline in photocurrent with a slight increase in photovoltage was observed. Also, how those fields affected other key module’s parameters was also studied. These studies concluded that an increase in the magnitude of the MF resulted in the decrease of the efficiency of the silicon PV module. The previous experimental studies assumed that the MF vector formed zero angle of inclination with respect to the photosensitive face of the module. They did not factor in any effect that could be observed when the field vector is inclined. The present experimental work is an attempt to fill that gap. The characteristic curves of the PV module were plotted in the same system of axis for different values of the inclination angle of the MF vector. Correspondingly, the characteristic values ( P max , I max , V max , I sc , and V oc ) of the PV module were also determined. These parameters then allowed the calculation of the efficiency of the module, its fill factor, and the equivalent circuit series and shunt resistances. It is observed that the module efficiency increases with the inclination of the MF vector, indicating that the effect of the MF on the PV module is reduced when its vector aligns towards a direction that is perpendicular to the base of the module. For example, when α moves from 0 to 90°, the power output and consequently the efficiency of the PV module relatively increase of 14%.

scholarly journals Researching and Designing Photovoltaic Microsystems

2016 ◽  
Vol 53 (1) ◽  
pp. 34-41
Author(s):  
D. Hilse ◽  
J. Kapała ◽  
K. Sztymelski ◽  
N. Zeltins ◽  
J. Ekmanis
Keyword(s):  
Solar Radiation ◽  
Solar Energy ◽  
Electric Energy ◽  
Photovoltaic Module ◽  
The South ◽  
Research Results ◽  
Pv Modules ◽  
Module Efficiency ◽  
Technical Solutions

Abstract Research on the photovoltaic module efficiency in the south of Poland was conducted in 2009 in Stryszawa and afterwards in 2012 in Zabrze and Stryszawa. The research involved taking measurements of electric energy produced by systems of various power and technical solutions. The efficiency of PV modules was compared to the intensity of solar radiation in the locations under consideration and, thus, the efficiency of converting solar energy into electricity was determined. The research results facilitated designing and mounting of forty PV microsystems in Zabrze in 2014 (power from 2000 Wp to 3000 Wp). To the satisfaction of their users, they operate without failure.

scholarly journals Modeling of Monocrystalline PV Cell Considering Ambient Conditions in Baghdad City

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 74-82
Author(s):  
Mohammed E. Abd Al-Wahed ◽  
Osamah F. Abdullateef
Keyword(s):  
Wind Speed ◽  
Solar Radiation ◽  
Ambient Temperature ◽  
Output Power ◽  
Environmental Conditions ◽  
Photovoltaic Module ◽  
Power Performance ◽  
Ambient Conditions ◽  
Cell Temperature ◽  
Ambient Temperatures

Abstract   The environmental conditions are important factors, because they affect both the efficiency of a photovoltaic module and the energy load. This research was carried out experimentally and modeling was done in MATLAB –Simulink by monitoring the variation in power output of the system with environmental conditions such as solar radiation, ambient temperature, wind speed, and humidity of Baghdad city. From the results, the ambient temperatures are inversely proportional to humidity and the output power performance of the system, while the wind speed is directly proportional with the output power performance of the system.     Keywords: Ambient temperature, cell temperature, humidity, Photovoltaic, solar radiation, wind speed.

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