WAYS TO INCREASE THE EFFICIENCY OF SOLAR PANELS OPERATING IN ISOLATED POWER SUPPLY SYSTEMS

Abstract

To cool solar panels in hot season, it is necessary to use special cooling devices. The most optimal way of cooling is the use of liquid cooling, realized by means of a pump. This article provides an overview and evaluation of ways to cool solar panels using various devices. The relevance of the research is caused by the need to reduce the temperature of solar panels in order to increase the output power in the hot season. The main aim of the research is to compare and choose the most optimal way to cool solar panels. Methods: comparative analysis, mathematical modeling in the ANSYS environment. Results. Comparative characteristic of TEM, radiators, fans and liquid cooling is given, an example of cooling a solar panel using liquid cooling to spray a liquid flow of 29 l/min is calculated. The panels will cool down from 45 to 35 °C in 4,7 minutes. For one EasySunSolar solar panel with a capacity of 100 W, costing $100, taking into account electrical work, an additional heat sink module will cost about $50.