Abstract

A simple yet precise solar position measuring system is required to maximize the output power of a solar panel in order to boost panel efficiency while lowering system costs. Solar position may be monitored using either an active/passive sensor or the sun position monitoring algorithm. Sensor-based sun position measurement devices do not accurately estimate the solar position on a cloudy or intermittent day, and they need precise installation and periodic calibrations. A dual axis solar tracking system is used in this project to gather solar energy. Solar trackers are used to significantly increase the electric output of a photovoltaic panel. The solar tracking system consists of a primary solar panel and four guided panels behind it, two of which are linked to opposing polarities of a horizontal motor and two further panels are connected to opposing polarities of a vertical motor. When the angle of the sun's rays changes, the rays fall on the guided panel, allowing the motor to adjust the angle to maximize intensity. Hence the solar tracking efficiency is improvised.A simple yet precise solar position measuring system is required to maximize the output power of a solar panel in order to boost panel efficiency while lowering system costs. Solar position may be monitored using either an active/passive sensor or the sun position monitoring algorithm. Sensor-based sun position measurement devices do not accurately estimate the solar position on a cloudy or intermittent day, and they need precise installation and periodic calibrations. A dual axis solar tracking system is used in this project to gather solar energy. Solar trackers are used to significantly increase the electric output of a photovoltaic panel. The solar tracking system consists of a primary solar panel and four guided panels behind it, two of which are linked to opposing polarities of a horizontal motor and two further panels are connected to opposing polarities of a vertical motor. When the angle of the sun's rays changes, the rays fall on the guided panel, allowing the motor to adjust the angle to maximize intensity. Hence the solar tracking efficiency is improvised.