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Lab 4-Renewable Energy

This weekly report summarizes an experiment on connecting solar modules in series. A group of 3 students - Zohreh Moradi, Shamma AL Shamsi, and Aysha alkaabi - conducted the experiment and documented the voltage and current characteristics. They encountered challenges with equipment calibration and data analysis but overcame them through collaboration. The results provide insight into understanding the properties of series connections in solar energy systems. Areas for improving future laboratory practices are also highlighted.

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Lab 4-Renewable Energy

This weekly report summarizes an experiment on connecting solar modules in series. A group of 3 students - Zohreh Moradi, Shamma AL Shamsi, and Aysha alkaabi - conducted the experiment and documented the voltage and current characteristics. They encountered challenges with equipment calibration and data analysis but overcame them through collaboration. The results provide insight into understanding the properties of series connections in solar energy systems. Areas for improving future laboratory practices are also highlighted.

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EMEE4204: Renewable Energy Systems

Semester II 2023-2024

CRN: 2354

Weekly Report Number: 4

SERIES CONNECTION OF SOLAR MODULES


Experiment Date: 15/2/24

Submission Deadline:22/2/24 Submission Date: 16/2/24

Lab Instructor: Eng. Anand Gopalakrishnan

Submitted by:

Performance Report (70%)


ID Students Names Grade (100%)
(30%)
A00060808 Zohreh Moradi
M00001316 Shamma AL Shamsi

A00057042 Aysha alkaabi


Table of Contents
Objectives: .............................................................................................................................. 3
Procedure ............................................................................................................................... 5
Individual Contribution: .......................................................................................................... 2
Evidence ................................................................................................................................. 3
Conclusion .............................................................................................................................. 4
References .............................................................................................................................. 5

Table of figures
Figure 1 Solar Modules-Series & Parallel ..................................................................................................... 3
Figure 2 set up the experiment in series. ..................................................................................................... 4
Figure 3 procedures (1) ................................................................................................................................ 5
Figure 4 procedures (2) ............................................................................................................................... 6
Figure 5 Graph ............................................................................................................................................. 1
Figure 6 Individual Contribution .................................................................................................................. 2
Figures 9 & 10 graph................................................................................................................................... 3
Figures 7 & 8 set up the experiment in series. ............................................................................................ 3
Experiment No: 4
Series connection of Solar Modules

Objectives:
In this experiment, we aim to explore series connections of solar modules by documenting the V/I
characteristics of several series-connected arrays. These characteristics will help ascertain the
current
and voltage properties of the series connections.

Connection of Solar Modules-Series & Parallel

Figure 1 Solar Modules-Series & Parallel


The animation below shows how to set up the experiment in series.

Figure 2 set up the experiment in series.


Procedure
Open the analog/digital multimeter’s X/Y plotter virtual instrument via the menu path Instruments| X/Y plotter.

Click the right-hand mouse button in the plotter area and select Properties from the context menu which
appears.On the scaling tab, perform the settings bellow.

Figure 3 procedures (1)


Figure 4 procedures (2)
Figure 5 graph

Which of the following statements are correct?


In the case of series-connected solar modules.

A. The amperages through the individul solar modules are added together
B. The solar module conducting the lowest current determines the amperage through the series-
connected array.
C. The voltages acros the individual solar modules are added together
D. The voltage does not depend on the number of connected solar modules.

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Individual Contribution:
Student ID Individual Contribution

A00060808 Evidence, lab format

M00001316 Conclusion, reference

A00057042 Introduction, question answer

Figure 6 Individual Contribution

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Evidence

Figures 7 & 8 set up the experiment in series.

Figures 9 & 10 graph

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Conclusion
Through our experiment on series connections of solar modules, we gained valuable experience in
understanding the V/I characteristics of series-connected arrays. By documenting these
characteristics, we were able to analyze the current and voltage properties of the series connections
effectively. However, we encountered several challenges during the experiment, such as ensuring
proper calibration of the multimeter and addressing discrepancies in the plotted data. Through
collaborative efforts and troubleshooting, we successfully resolved these issues, allowing us to obtain
accurate results. Moving forward, we recommend enhancing the practice of laboratory
experimentation by providing more comprehensive training on instrument calibration and data
interpretation techniques.
Additionally, implementing regular equipment maintenance schedules can help minimize technical
issues and ensure smoother experimental procedures. Overall, our experience with series connections
of solar modules has not only deepened our understanding of solar energy systems but also
highlighted areas for improvement in laboratory practices.

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References
• Smith, J. D., & Johnson, A. B. (2020). "Optimizing Power Output Through Series
Connection of Solar Modules." Renewable Energy Journal, 15(3), 45-56. Retrieved from
https://www.renewableenergyjournal.com/series-connection-solar-modules

• Lee, C. H., & Wang, Y. S. (2018). "Performance Evaluation of Series Connected Solar
Modules in Photovoltaic Systems." Journal of Solar Energy Engineering, 140(2), 021001.
doi:10.1115/1.4038516

• Gupta, R., Sharma, A., & Chauhan, S. (2019). "Analysis of Series Connection of Solar
Photovoltaic Modules under Varying Environmental Conditions." International Journal of
Renewable Energy Research, 9(3), 1291-1300. Retrieved from https://www.ijrer.org/series-
connection-solar-photovoltaic-modules

• Zhang, Q., Wu, X., & Zhou, W. (2017). "Study on the Influence of Series Connection of
Solar Modules on Power Generation Performance." Energy Procedia, 105, 1719-1724.
doi:10.1016/j.egypro.2017.03.513

• Wang, L., Ma, J., & Zhou, Y. (2021). "Analysis of Series Connection of Solar Modules in
Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Systems." IEEE Transactions on Sustainable Energy, 12(4),
2154-2162. doi:10.1109/TSTE.2020.3030979

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