As the demand for solar electric systems grows, progressive builders are adding solar. On earth as well, pv has traditionally been used in areas where there is no practical source of electrical power but there is abundant sunshine. Introduction to power system operation training course establishes the essential frameworks of age plants or generators, their control, concepts of economic dispatch, and power flow analysis. C power, and those that convert solar energy to heat. Watch our introduction to solar power systems video, and learn which type of solar power kit is right for you and your specific situation. Then a list with their rated power was constructed. Introduction on solar energy and solar power plants. The word standalone refers to the fact that the system works without any connection to an established power grid. It will first teach you about the most important technologies that are used to capture the solar energy, and how they can be implemented in homes, offices, schools, factories, and farms.
A self study guidebook on the exciting world of solar electricity. Energy from the sun is referred to as solar energy. In this lesson, students will explore the various parts of the solar system, read about the planets and what they are made of and discover the roles and importance of planets, moons and asteroids. For instance, you might hear jupiter is the biggest planet in the galaxy, or the question, how many stars are there in.
We do not know what energy exactly is, we use this term to describe a capacity of a physical or biological system for movement or change. Solar photovoltaic pv systems an overview figure 1. They reactto light by transforming part of it into electricity. The outcome of the solar tracker system has analyzed and compared with the fixed or static solar panel found better performance in terms of voltage, current and power. Over the next decade, the photovoltaic industry experienced steady growth rates of between 15% and 20%, largely promoted by the remote power supply market. Hydroelectric power hydroelectric systems tutorialspoint.
A building has two parallel power supplies, one from the solar pv system and the other from the power grid. Introduction to solar electricity solar panels, solar power. The configuration of a gridconnected solar pv system is shown in figure 2. In this chapter, we will present the basic concepts of the generation and storage of photovoltaic solar energy. Concentrated solar power systems use lenses or mirrors and solar tracking systems to focus a large area of sunlight into a small beam. A solar panel system paired with battery storage will seamlessly provide you with power, and you wont even notice if the grid goes down. Introduction to unit 1 introduction to power plants power plants structure 1. When the sun is shining, the panel will produce a voltage higher than that of the battery, causing the battery to be charged. Pv systems can cover a wide area 1 megawatt of power 68 acres of land.
If you continue browsing the site, you agree to the use of cookies on this website. If you have ever seen a solar array using a large number of curved panels, it is most likely this type of technology. Identifying common applications for both stand alone and utility interactive pv systems. Solar panels first convert solar energy or sunlight into dc power using what is known as the photovoltaic pv effect. The solar energy is the energy obtained by capturing heat and light from the sun. Solar energy is the energy obtained by capturing heat and light from the sun. The biggest constraint to this project will be to maximize the solar efficiency to provide the most power to the system that can be generated by the solar panels. Despite its relatively low power density, this resource could potentially satisfy the global energy demand on its own. Solar panels charge controller battery charger 2 awg cable at least one 12 volt marine deep cycl. This is a presentation that i completed for edu 290 in the fall 2009. Pv systems are an economical option for remote cottages. This needs only maximum sunlight to generate power. Additionally, solar power is an expensive endeavor.
A gridconnect solar panel system is the most common unit installed in australia. Introduction to the solar system linkedin slideshare. When used in a practical application, a solar panel is commonly connected to a dcac converter or dcdc transformer. If no solar power available the system switches to the diesel generator operation, the switch can be done manually. Mar 09, 2011 how solar energy can be used to heat water solar thermal or generate electricity solar pv. These plants can supply power to thousands of people. This first module will give you an introduction to the various forms of energy available to us on the earth and how solar power fits into the overall mix.
The solar system can then be designed to directly meet their needs and electrical consumption. Considerations in design and installation of a pv system. This paper discusses the advantages of a solar hybrid system, grid tied solar system and standalone solar systems or offgrid solar systems. Solar panels charge controller battery charger 2 awg cable at least one 12 volt marine deep cycle battery mechanical lugs 1 power inverter 1 rubbermaid tote or other container 1 battery charger tools. The dc power can then be stored in a battery or converted by a solar inverter into ac power which can be used to run home appliances. Introduction photovoltaic systems behave in an extraordinary and useful way. On a larger scale, solar thermal power plants also harness the power of the sun to create energy. The challenges that need to be addressed to make solar energy viable.
The different components of a pv system, starting from the modules but also including all the balanceof system components are introduced in. Any excess energy is exported back to the grid where you will receive a feedin tariff credit. Introduction as the demand for solar electric systems grows, progressive builders are adding solar photovoltaics pv as an option for their customers. The first step was to find out what type and how many electrical appliances are in the cabin. Pdf solar pv system design and installation at roof top. As an example, a due west facing rooftop solar pv system, tilted at 20 degrees in salem, oregon, will produce about 88 percent as much power as one pointing true south at the. In order to size the solar pv system correctly, it is required to determine the total consumption of the dwelling. During the solar hours, the solar system runs the pump with the same principle as for standalone system. Characterizing various segments of the pv industry and their. The ratio of solar pv supply to power grid supply varies, depending on the size of the. It is a necessity to provide the system with enough power and backup power so that if one source is not available the others can take up the load. Introduction concentrating solar power csp power plants 9 csp plants totaling 354 mw constructed from 1984 to 1990 60 mw solar one plant installed in nevada in 2007 new csp technology developments in 2010.
The fluid medium water, fused salt or air is heated, thus directly or indirectly generate. Available at 18003408242 organizations american solar energy society 2400 central. This overview of solar photovoltaic systems will give the builder a basic understanding of. Solar electric system design, operation and installation. Similarly to wind power, solar power is contingent upon the weather and the amount of sunshine present in a specific location.
The amount of electricity you need is called your load. Recognizing the benefits and limitations of pv systems compared to other generation sources. This energy fills the solar system, bathing the earths atmosphere with a near. A gridconnected solar panel system connects to a municipal utility providers system through an electrical meter, redirects excess solar electricity to the. Heres a primer on solar panels and solar energy from one of the worlds largest solar panel manufacturers. Future scope since the system requires external power supply of 5 volts and 3. Solar basics intro to solar panels and solar energy. Fundamentals, technology and systems and hope that it will be a useful source that helps our readers to. Even today, solar power is the primary source of energy at the international space station. Retrofitted residential pv system the solar panels on the roof produce electricity that. Photovoltaic cells convert light into an electric current using the photovoltaic effect. Department of energy doe sunshot initiative is a collaborative national effort to dramatically reduce the cost of solar energy before the end of the decade.
Jun 01, 2010 this is a solar tracking system which can be used as a power generating method from sunlight. Highreliability, minimal maintenance and long lifetime. Incorporated in the cover art is an image of the gemasolar solar thermal plant, owned by. Batteries provide a means to store the power to the amount desired. There are two main types of solar power systems, namely, solar thermal systems. Among otherwise welleducated people, it is common to hear the terms solar system, galaxy, and universe interchanged. We offer a variety of solutionsnot a onesize fits all approachbecause no two homes, individuals or families are alike. The book has some additional material, including a chapter on power plants and their primary sources of energy and, finally, material on power electronics as one would use for inverters and drives. The sunshot solar outreach partnership solarops is a u. Hybrid solar seminar report, ppt, pdf for ece students. This project helps for power generation by setting the equipment to get maximum sunlight automatically. In the 1980s research into silicon solar cells paid off and solar cells began to increase their efficiency. Solar power is the conversion of energy from sunlight into electricity, either directly using photovoltaics pv, indirectly using concentrated solar power, or a combination. It will also introduce you to the various parts that go into that solar panel system you see on a house or other building, both the.
Introduction to solar energy 1 introduction to solar energy. Solar power panels an introduction march 18, 2015 many, if not most people, when they hear the term solar energy or solar power, will probably imagine solar electric or photovoltaic panels those shiny things on house or office roof tops that make electricity. Pdf solar power monitoring system using iot irjet journal. Electric power systems pennsylvania state university. Unit 1 introduction to power plants introduction to. Solar energy systems come in various configurations, and the choice is yours whether you go off the grid or stay on the grid. This means that geographical areas lacking in sunlight, or areas that frequently experience cloudy weather, may have difficulty utilizing solar power effectively.
What is important is that the voltage stay above a given value, the current may fluctuate depending on solar intensity. Sppgs handbook, how to apply for electricity connection. In 1958 the first pv modules were launched into space to power satellites. This rated power is the max power that the appliances use.
Tracking systems imply moving parts, which add to the complexity, cost, and maintenance of solar systems, while increasing the output. This may help in understanding important system characteristics as well as identification of faults. The owner of a remote power system owns his or her own electrical power plant. Today,pv systems are mainly used to generate electricity in areas that are a long way from electric power lines. This method of power generation is simple and is taken from natural resource. They may look similar to pv, but they work differently in that they draw in a concentrated beam of sunlight, reflecting it through a system of mirrors. Active solar techniques include the use of photovoltaic systems, concentrated solar power and solar water heating to harness the energy.
Focus on the method that solar energy is captured and converted into a usable form. To store electricity from pvs, batteries will be needed. Pv electricity in the grid resource profile in the future, the primary motivation of this. How solar panels work introduction in this lesson, students will learn that sunlight is the underlying component of energy use. This film was made for planlocal, a project from the centre for sustainable energy uk. Introduction to off grid solar power system by shoeb ali khan slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. Introduction converting solar energy into electrical energy by pv installations is the most recognized way to use solar energy. The intent of the assignment was to create a lesson that could be used by a student. Department of energy under award number deee0003526. This discrepancy is even more pronounced in the use of electricity. The course provides an indepth but clear introduction to solar technology, the consequences of using fossil fuels, and how to encourage the use of solar power. Photovoltaic natural resources canada ressources naturelles canada systems an introduction to. The other form of obtaining solar energy is through thermal technologies, which give two forms of energy tapping methods.
Typically owners of remote power systems have electricity while gridtied electric customers are in the dark. There is no electricity available in most of the rural areas in the developing. Solar power this chapter provides an introduction to the components of a standalone photovoltaic system. In its simplest form, all that is required for a solar power system is a panel to collect the suns energy and a battery to store that energy. Evaluating a building site for its solar potential. Solar energy is abundantly available and has been utilized since long both as electricity and as a source of heat. These plants utilize the suns heat to boil water and, in turn, power steam turbines. Jamie trevino, english department secretarystudent at central michigan university. The most basic solar pv set up is gridtied and net metered. Appliances and lights for ac are much more common and are generally cheaper, but the conversion of dc power into ac can consume up to 20 percent of all the power produced by the pv system. Students will examine atoms as the basic building blocks of matter, including electrons, protons, and. Like solar cells,concentrated solar power systems use solar energy to make electricity. Ppt introduction to solar energy powerpoint presentation. The combined power supply feeds all the loads connected to the main acdb.
Technology has provided a number of ways to utilize this abundant resource. After a short introduction on pv systems in chapter 15, we discuss the position of the sun and its implications in great detail in chapter 16. This instructable will show you everything you need to put together a pretty good sized electric solar panel system. Depending on the type of system, excess solar energy can also be fed into the. In 1985 silicon solar cells achieved the milestone of 20% efficiency.
Partivis dedicated in the planning of real pv systems. Pdf solar cells are a promising and potentially important technology and are the future of. Appendix a examples of solar pv system on buildings in. Roofs that face east or west may also be acceptable. This is important to monitor power usage visavis power supply. Modified by georgia agricultural education curriculum office june 2002. Pdf an introduction to solar cell technology researchgate. Just add sunshine, solar electricity will set you free. The method of obtaining electricity from sunlight is referred to as the photovoltaic method. The intent of the assignment was to create a lesson that could be used by a student that missed the classroom instruction due to illness. Solar energy represents the largest energy input into the terrestrial system. Nov 30, 2009 this is a presentation that i completed for edu 290 in the fall 2009. Remote power systems, especially solar only systems, have become so reliable that they very seldom are down. Before the industrial revolution, the main source of energy was wood and biomass, which is a secondary form of solar energy.
Schematic diagram of a solarthermal energy conversion system. Also with the help of motor and controlling it is possible to track. Since the solar radiation that reaches the earth is so spread out and diluted, it must be concentrated to produce the high temperatures required to generate electricity. A guide to solar power systems solar power calculator. Detailed examples of pv systems to power both large and small dwellings are included. The utilization of solar energy as an alternative energy to overcome crisis energy, especially oil, happened since 1970 s get a quite big. This is a solar tracking system which can be used as a power generating method from sunlight. If your remote power system has a back up generator, the size of your load and the size of your remote. Introduction to photovoltaic pv systems solar gain. Pdf an overview of solar power pv systems integration into. Solargrid integration is a network allowing substantial pene. Central tower solar thermal system the central tower solar thermal system takes advantage of numerous heliostats to reflect sunlight onto the surface of the hightemperature heat absorber on the top of the center tower. They also provide energy during outages in the system supply. Introduction to remote offgrid power systems the cost of a remote power system the cost of a remote power system depends primarily on how much electricity you need.
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