Explicit Expressions for Solar Panel Equivalent Circuit Parameters Based on Analytical Formulation and the Lambert W-Function

J Cubas, S Pindado, C De Manuel - Energies, 2014 - mdpi.com
Due to the high dependence of photovoltaic energy efficiency on environmental conditions
(temperature, irradiation...), it is quite important to perform some analysis focusing on the …

Variations of the bacterial foraging algorithm for the extraction of PV module parameters from nameplate data

MA Awadallah - Energy conversion and management, 2016 - Elsevier
The paper introduces the task of parameter extraction of photovoltaic (PV) modules as a
nonlinear optimization problem. The concerned parameters are the series resistance, shunt …

Simple mathematical approach to solar cell/panel behavior based on datasheet information

S Pindado, J Cubas - Renewable energy, 2017 - Elsevier
A new explicit mathematical expression is used to describe the behavior of a photovoltaic
device (solar cell/panel), that is, its IV curve, based on the characteristic points normally …

Simplified lambert w-function math equations when applied to photovoltaic systems modeling

S Pindado, E Roibás-Millán, J Cubas… - IEEE Transactions …, 2021 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
In this article, simplified and easy-to-work-with equations for the Lambert W-function are
derived. This function is widely used to solve equations related to photovoltaic systems …

Analytical modeling of current-voltage photovoltaic performance: An easy approach to solar panel behavior

JM Álvarez, D Alfonso-Corcuera, E Roibás-Millán… - Applied Sciences, 2021 - mdpi.com
In this paper, we propose very simple analytical methodologies for modeling the behavior of
photovoltaic (solar cells/panels) using a one-diode/two-resistor (1-D/2-R) equivalent circuit …

Analytical calculation of photovoltaic systems maximum power point (MPP) based on the operation point

J Cubas, S Pindado, F Sorribes-Palmer - Applied Sciences, 2017 - mdpi.com
This work proposes a new analytical model to extract the 1-Diode/2-Resistor solar cell/panel
equivalent circuit parameters. The methodology is based on a reduced amount of …

On the Analytical Approach to Present Engineering Problems: Photovoltaic Systems Behavior, Wind Speed Sensors Performance, and High‐Speed Train Pressure …

S Pindado, J Cubas… - … Problems in Engineering, 2015 - Wiley Online Library
At present, engineering problems required quite a sophisticated calculation means.
However, analytical models still can prove to be a useful tool for engineers and scientists …

Project-based learning applied to spacecraft power systems: A long-term engineering and educational program at UPM University

S Pindado, J Cubas, E Roibás-Millán… - CEAS Space …, 2018 - Springer
Abstract The IDR/UPM Institute is the research center responsible for the Master in Space
Systems (MUSE) of Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM). This is a 2-year (120 ECTS) …

A fast and accurate analytical method for parameter determination of a photovoltaic system based on manufacturer's data

R Ndegwa, J Simiyu, E Ayieta… - Journal of Renewable …, 2020 - Wiley Online Library
Modeling and simulation of a photovoltaic solar system play a significant role in
understanding its behavior in various environmental conditions. Utilization of the datasheet …

MATLAB Simulink modeling of photovoltaic cells for understanding shadow effect

MR Rashel, A Albino, M Tlemcani… - 2016 IEEE …, 2016 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
Irradiation is the main component for producing the electricity from solar energy. When
obstacles come in between the sun and the PV cell then it doesn't get sufficient irradiance to …