Basics of solar photovoltaics, effect of temperature, irradiation and the impact of partial shading conditions on the extracted power, and methods of extracting maximum available power under any environmental conditions were among the topics handled by experts during the five-day workshop on ‘Solar Photovoltaic System Design and MPPT Implementation’ that culminated at the National Institute of Technology - Tiruchi (NIT-T) on Sunday.
The workshop organised by the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering encompassed theory and practical sessions on the state of art theme of solar Photovoltaic system design and MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) implementation.
The focus was on disseminating the knowledge and skills in the domain with opportunities for hands on designing and testing of PV systems. M/s Texas Instruments, Bengaluru was the chief sponsor for the workshop.
Birinchi Bora, Senior Research Scientist, National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE), Gurgaon, the resource person, discussed about the different failure modes in PV systems and the impact on reliability of the system.
He emphasised on vigorous engagement of academia and industry to utilise the plethora of attractive schemes and subsidies for PV installations offered by various State and Central government agencies.
New paradigms
The kits of digital controller boards were sponsored by M/s. Texas Instruments, Bengaluru.
This workshop updated the knowledge of the participants on new paradigms and findings, practical findings, practical challenges encountered and possible solutions for the challenges faced in solar PV systems.
The workshop was an indication of the growing interest in solar photovoltaics, the organisers said.
