Ecosense installed Solar PV Training and Research System at NIT Raipur

Dedicated to fostering a comprehensive understanding of sustainable practices, the Department of Chemical Engineering at NIT Raipur recognizes the transformative potential of solar technology in mitigating environmental impact. In pursuit of this vision, the institute has strategically invested in the Solar PV Training and Research system from Ecosense. This forward-thinking initiative aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills required to harness the power of Solar PV Technology effectively.

The Solar PV Training and Research System from Ecosense, now an integral part of the academic landscape at NIT Raipur, provides a sophisticated platform for hands-on learning and research. It empowers students to delve into the intricacies of Solar PV standalone systems, covering diverse aspects such as the physics of solar panels, components and assembly of standalone systems, and advanced research in PV systems.

Solar PV Training and Research System

Ecosense's Solar PV Training and Research System is a comprehensive platform designed to educate users on standalone Solar PV technology. The system covers three key areas of Solar PV Standalone systems:

Physics of Solar PV Panels

I-V and P-V characteristics
Series and parallel connection of solar panels
Effects of irradiation, temperature, shadow, tilting of panels, and geographical location

Components and Assembly of Standalone System

Use of blocking diode, bypass diode, solar charge controller, and solar inverter
Differences between MPPT and PWM charge controllers
AC and DC loads, battery charging/discharging characteristics
Assembly of components and power flow calculations

Research in PV Systems

Ecosense provides a separate research unit for standalone experimental systems.
Users can conduct research on maximum power point tracking
Provision for automatic and manual gate signals to charge controller
User can implement their own MPPT algorithm with any of the controllers

Technical Advantages of Solar PV Training and Research System

Active measurement panel for voltage, current, and temperature measurements
Variable irradiation to simulate sunlight conditions
Series and parallel combination of solar panels
Adjustable tilt angle for studying its effect on PV module power
Shading blades to examine the impact of shading on Solar PV
Encourages hands-on learning by avoiding internal connections
Power flow calculations for standalone PV power plants
Option for external gate signals and MPPT algorithm studies
Real-time plotting of PV, IV, V vs. time, P vs. time, and I vs. time curves
Perturb and Observe MPPT Algorithm
IP 65-protected PV panels
Equipped with handheld solar insolation measuring instrument and angle measurement instrument
Data saving in CSV format and graph saving in image format

Demonstration of Equipment Conducted

Ecosense conducted a demonstration of the equipment for training professors, scholars, and technicians. This program focuses on educating these individuals, who, in turn, will train numerous students and professionals, preparing them for careers or businesses in the field of solar technology.

Glimpses from the Demonstration

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Ecosense installed Solar PV Training and Research System at NIT Raipur