Real Time Monitoring and Analysis of String Faults in Solar Plant Using IoT

Abstract

Monitoring solar power facilities closely is crucial for maximizing power output. This involves vigilant oversight to detect issues such as faulty connections, malfunctioning solar panels, and dust accumulation that hampers efficiency. To facilitate seamless integration with photovoltaic (PV) systems and pinpoint faults, this project unveils the hardware architecture of a smart grid home gateway. The proposed solution is an automated Internet of Things (IoT) based solar power monitoring system, allowing remote monitoring of solar power performance via the internet. Utilizing an Arduino-based system integrated with CT and Voltage sensors, the project measures and monitors various solar panel properties. Faults are identified by comparing the recorded voltage of the panels with the data from the Voltage sensor. The solution efficiently communicates power output to the IoT system over the internet, ensuring continuous monitoring of solar panel performance.