Experimental Setup To Diagnose Faults In Photo-Voltaic Cell


EOI: 10.11242/viva-tech.01.05.004

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Mr. Afraz Shaikh , Mr. Paren Trivedi, Mr. Omkar Sawant , Mr.Chirag Vartak, "Experimental Setup To Diagnose Faults In Photo-Voltaic Cell", VIVA-IJRI Volume 1, Issue 6, Article 4, pp. 1-5, 2023. Published by Computer Engineering Department, VIVA Institute of Technology, Virar, India.

Abstract

The rapid growth of photovoltaic (PV) systems around the world has brought with it the need for more effective methods to maintain the quality of these systems and diagnose defects. The photovoltaic module is a critical component of PV systems, but defects on these modules can be difficult to detect. These defects are often not visible to the naked eye, and special methods must be used to detect and diagnose them.Regular monitoring is essential to ensure the quality and efficiency of PV systems. Visual inspection and thermal detection methods are commonly used for this purpose. They involve frequent visits to the PV module to check for changes in appearance, such as browning, mechanical damage, hot spots, delamination, bubble formation, and crack detection. These changes in appearance can serve as Indicator of potential Failure. To increase the solar panel lifespan and overall efficiency of the PV system, it is important to accurately detect and diagnose any faults in the system. This requires the use of specialized equipment, such as thermal cameras and IR cameras, in addition to regular monitoring. Furthermore, accurate identification of the fault, and prompt repair would help to minimize system downtime, and increase the overall output and efficiency. In order to keep the system running smoothly, there is a need for frequent monitoring, and proper maintenance of the system. Identifying the underlying cause of faults and take action before it leads to system failure can help increase the reliability, and prolong the life of the PV system. Overall, regular monitoring, Visual inspection, and thermal detection are key tools for maintaining the quality and efficiency of PV systems, and prolonging the solar panel lifespan.

Keywords

Defects detection, Faults detection, Maintenance, Photovoltaic (PV) systems, Regular monitoring, Reliability, Solar panel lifespan, Thermal detection.

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