Mapping the performance of PV modules, effects of module type and data averaging

Huld, Thomas; Gottschalg, Ralph; Beyer, Hans Georg; Topič, Marko

doi:10.1016/j.solener.2009.12.002

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“…However, there is no reason why other types of modules can not be modelled as well. The above model has also been applied to CuInSe 2 and CdTe module technologies [37].…”

Section: Model For Instantaneous Output Power Of the Pv Modulesmentioning

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Geospatial Analysis of Photovoltaic Mini-Grid System Performance

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We present a geographic information system (GIS)-based tool for estimating the performance of photovoltaic (PV) mini-grid system over large geographical areas. The methodology consists of geospatial analysis and mapping of the energy output and reliability of PV mini-grid system. The algorithm uses a combination of hourly solar radiation data from satellites combined with measured data on PV module and battery performance and estimated electricity consumption data. The methods also make it possible to optimize the PV array and battery storage size for a given location. Results are presented for an area covering Africa and most of Southern and Central Asia. We also investigate the effects of using Li-ion batteries instead of the traditional lead-acid batteries. The use of our spatial analysis as decision support tool could help governments, local authorities and non-governmental organizations to investigate the suitability of PV mini-grids for electrification of regions where access to electricity is lacking. In this way it is possible to identify areas where PV mini-grids are most suitable.

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“…However, there is no reason why other types of modules can not be modelled as well. The above model has also been applied to CuInSe 2 and CdTe module technologies [37].…”

Section: Model For Instantaneous Output Power Of the Pv Modulesmentioning

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“…In order to maximize the exposure of PV modules in a fixed system installed in the northern hemisphere, the modules should be tilted facing south at an angle equal to that of the location's latitude (Ayompe et al, 2010;El-Sebaii et al, 2010). Once the structural layout is determined, the annual output can be estimated to within approximately 3% using the average monthly solar radiation and average monthly day-time temperature (Huld et al, 2010;Perpinan et al, 2008).…”

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“…Assuming that the PV modules will be installed on a fixed structure and tilted south to a degree equal that of its location's latitude, simple geometry can be used to calculate the area required by any one PV module (as shown in Figure 1). We assume PV panel dimensions that are representative of modules from other such studies (Huld et al, 2010;Perpinan et al, 2008;Ayompe et al, 2010). …”

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“…As for the module dimensions, the rated power output per module was chosen based on reviewed studies (Ayompe, 2010;Huld et al, 2010). The power production equations (Eq.…”

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“…The power production equations (Eq. 6-10) were adapted from Huld et al (2010) and are defined as follows (see Table 1 for variable definitions):…”

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Mapping the performance of PV modules, effects of module type and data averaging

Cited by 273 publications

References 15 publications

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