An Analysis of the Experimental Configuration of a Standalone PV System

Abstract

This research presents an experimental setup for analysing the power flow in a standalone photovoltaic (PV) system, encompassing both DC and AC loads. The study aims to investigate the effectiveness of the system by examining power transfer to a DC load and battery, as well as an AC load and inverter. Experimental analysis and simulation results were compared, demonstrating the successful implementation of the system. The theoretical calculations and software-based computations were utilized for design, comparison, and assessment of the standalone PV system. The findings revealed a linear relationship between incident irradiation and power output, highlighting the direct influence of radiation on PV system performance. Furthermore, the evaluation encompassed Array power, Charge Controller efficiency, Inverter efficiency, and battery charging across various irradiance levels. This research provides valuable insights into power flow analysis, offering a deeper understanding of standalone PV systems behaviour and efficiency. The outcomes contribute to the optimization of PV system designs, facilitating enhanced power generation and utilization for both DC and AC applications.

Keywords

• DC and AC load
• MPPT
• solar PV shading
• solar tilting
• standalone photovoltaic