Solar tracking system using microcontroller

Abstract

In this advancing era of technology we are more concerned about the advancements made in technology rather than thinking upon the alternative sources of energy. Energy costs and decreasing supplies of fossil fuels, emphasis on protecting the environment and creating sustainable forms of power have become vital, high priority projects for modern society. Since, as solar energy which is also considered a renewable form of energy can be used to offset some of the power coming from the main grid that is generated by let us say nonrenewable sources of energy. And creating these renewable sources in such a way that these provide us with the maximum efficiency is our main goal. This paper proposes a solar tracking system designed with microcontroller and ldr's that will actively track the sun and change its position accordingly to maximize the energy output. The ldr's incorporated on solar panel helps to detect sunlight which in turn moves the panel accordingly.