Journal of Power and Energy Engineering

Volume 12, Issue 3 (March 2024)

ISSN Print: 2327-588X   ISSN Online: 2327-5901

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Tilt Angle Optimality Criteria for Stand Alone PV Systems

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DOI: 10.4236/jpee.2024.123001    73 Downloads   543 Views  
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The conventional approach to optimizing tilt angles for fixed solar panels aims to maximize energy generation over the entire year. However, in the context of a supply controlled electric grid, where solar energy availability varies, this criterion may not be optimal. This study explores two alternative optimization criteria focused on maximizing baseload supply potential and minimizing required storage capacity to address seasonality in energy generation. The optimal tilt angles determined for these criteria differed significantly from the standard approach. This research highlights additional factors crucial for designing solar power systems beyond gross energy generation, essential for the global transition towards a fully renewable energy-based electric grid in the future.

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Abu-Naser, M. (2024) Tilt Angle Optimality Criteria for Stand Alone PV Systems. Journal of Power and Energy Engineering, 12, 1-18. doi: 10.4236/jpee.2024.123001.

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