Photovoltaic panel simulation

Why is modeling a solar photovoltaic generator important?

Modeling, simulation and analysis of solar photovoltaic (PV) generator is a vital phase prior to mount PV system at any location, which helps to understand the behavior and characteristics in real climatic conditions of that location.

How solar PV module model is developed under MATLAB/Simulink environment?

Solar PV module model is developed under Matlab/Simulink environment by using the previously discussed mathematical equations of solar cells. The JAP6-72/320/4BB module parameters from manufacturer datasheet are incorporated during simulation block model and consider as reference module.

What is the final PV module model?

As illustrated in Fig. 14 the final PV solar module model is developed in the Simulink environment, which consists of irradiance (G) and temperature (To) as the input parameters and provides output results as current (I) and voltage (V). Fig. 14. Final PV module model. Fig. 15. I–V characteristics, varying irradiance at constant temperature. 5.

What is a good agreement between reference model and simulated PV model?

Simulation of the solar PV model executes the I–V and P–V characteristics curves. Generally a good agreement was observed between various performance parameters results of reference model and simulated PV model at STC as illustrated in Table 3. The relative error for all the parameters of solar PV model is comprised between 0 to 1.65%.

Is there a good agreement between manufacturer data specifications and simulated solar models?

A good agreement was observed between manufacturer data specifications and simulated PV solar model results. The relative error was observed below 2% for all the parameters between the simulated solar PV model and the manufacturer specifications (Meflah et al., 2017).

How does the SolarCity simulator work?

The SolarCity simulator recalculates the outputs of the ‘Financing’ and ‘Environmental (and Social) Benefits’ sections of the ‘Output’ panel. For instance, by inputting values for subsidies or income tax credits, the SolarCity simulator can assess the economic feasibility of rooftop solar PV systems.