Design and development of an efficient water sprinkler system for photovoltaic panels

Shahrani, Muhammad Shazwan (2024) Design and development of an efficient water sprinkler system for photovoltaic panels. Project Report. Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka, Melaka, Malaysia. (Submitted)

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Abstract

Floating photovoltaic (PV) systems have emerged as an innovative approach to harness solar energy by deploying solar panels on bodies of water. This technology offers unique advantages, including space efficiency, reduced evaporation, enhanced performance, reduced land use conflicts, and environmental benefits. Photovoltaic (PV) systems are widely used for solar energy generation, but they are susceptible to efficiency losses due to increased operating temperatures. Elevated temperatures can reduce the performance and lifespan of PV panels, leading to lower electricity output and decreased overall system efficiency. So, the aim of this project to design and develop a floating PV with water sprinkler. Cooling PV panels helps to lower their operating temperature, which directly improves their efficiency. By reducing the temperature, the panels can convert more solar energy into electricity, leading to increased power output and improved system performance. Then, methodology of this project when Arduino UNO connect with supply, temperature sensor as an input will function. If the condition temperature of solar panel is above 35°C, automatically water sprinkler system will turn on to reduce the temperature back to normal. By implementing a cooling system, the panels can be maintained at lower temperatures, reducing the risk of thermal stress and prolonging their operational life.

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