A photovoltaic system experiment in a laboratory environment. Issue 1 (January 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Alqahtani, Ayedh; Alsaffar, Mohammad; El-Sayed, Mohamed; Behbehani, Hussian
• Is Part Of: International journal of electrical engineering education. Volume 55:Issue 1(2018)
• Page Start: 31
• Page End: 43
• Publication Date: 2018-01
• Subjects: Photovoltaic system -- maximum power point -- standard test conditions -- energy conversion; Electrical engineering -- Study and teaching (Higher) -- Periodicals; Electrical engineering -- Periodicals; 621.30711
• DOI: 10.1177/0020720917750956
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0020-7209

Abstract

Solar photovoltaic energy sources are rapidly gaining potential growth and popularity compared to conventional fossil fuel sources. This work presents a photovoltaic system laboratory experiment developed for engineering students to emphasize the need for enhanced renewable energy education. The experiment exposes students to photovoltaic system components, working principles, and maximum power operating point. It is designed to complement a renewable energy course. Results along with animation from the hands-on experiment are presented in this study.