The Spherical Glass Concentrator On Photovoltaic Module With The Installation Of Dual-Axis Solar Tracking System

Muhammad Shahimi, Muhammad Shahid Aslami (2019) The Spherical Glass Concentrator On Photovoltaic Module With The Installation Of Dual-Axis Solar Tracking System. Project Report. Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka, Melaka, Malaysia. (Submitted)

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Abstract

This research aims at creating a new model for solar panels that is more effective than the current solar panel. The purpose of the spherical glass to concentrate the light from the sun to the solar module as a lens. The spherical glass allows maximizing light absorption by the solar module. The average solar energy harvested by the conventional solar panels during the course day is not always maximized which is due to the static placement of the panel which limits their area of exposure. From the experimental point of view, there is a clear difference in the efficiency of the power generated between solar and non-lens solar panels with an average ratio of 1:2 which is 50% more efficient. It was obvious that the research through the attachment of the spherical glass and the installation of the solar tracking system for improving optimum sun energy are very much recommended as it will save cost, space and produce more power generation. The model is presented with the attachment of spherical glass lens that focuses the solar rays on a small area of solar module with the support of dual-axis solar tracking system to keep the solar rays maximum absorption in check From the experiments conducted, the average power generation over seven consecutive days showed that the Sun's radiation temperature focused on the solar panel was not directly proportional to the solar panel’s power. However, the density of the concentrated Sun rays is directly proportional to the solar power output.

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