In past few decades, solar energy plays a vital role in energy production among the different
renewable energy resources. In shaded/unshaded photovoltaic (PV) systems, tracking of …

The photovoltaic (PV) solar panels are negatively impacted by dust accumulation. The
variance in dust density from point to point raises the risk of forming hot spots. Therefore, a …

This paper outlines a novel design of low-cost, portable, fast, and precise Current-Voltage
Curve Tracer (IVCT) with automated parameter extraction for high power rated Solar …

In order to accurately and efficiently evaluate the actual operating status of photovoltaic (PV)
power stations, this study proposes a novel design of quick current–voltage (IV) curve tracer …

During their operational life, photovoltaic (PV) modules may exhibit various defects for poor
sorting of electrical performance during manufacturing, mishandling during transportation …

This study investigates the impact of the seasonal Harmattan aerosol loading on PV module
efficiency at a station in Southwest Nigeria. To this end, a simple, open-source, cost effective …

In order to evaluate the impact of irradiance and temperature on the outdoor performance of
solar devices, a monitoring system including electronic analyzers for measuring the IV curve …

This article describes a complete characterization system for photovoltaic devices designed
to acquire the current-voltage curve and to process the obtained data. The proposed system …

This paper presents the main methods that are used to obtain the characteristic curves of
photovoltaic sources. Given the importance of the IV curve, the general characteristics of an …

Solar energy is the most promising renewable resource with an unbounded energy source,
capable of meeting all human energy requirements. Solar Photovoltaic (SPV) is an effective …