Performance and Economic Analysis of Designed Different Solar Tracking Systems for Mediterranean Climate

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dc.authoridALICI, hakan/0000-0002-5463-9104
dc.authoridESENBOGA, BURAK/0000-0002-7777-259X
dc.authoridGULDUREK, MANOLYA/0000-0002-6906-6986
dc.authoridDemirdelen, Tugce/0000-0002-1602-7262
dc.contributor.authorDemirdelen, Tugce
dc.contributor.authorAlici, Hakan
dc.contributor.authorEsenboga, Burak
dc.contributor.authorGuldurek, Manolya
dc.date.accessioned2025-01-06T17:37:13Z
dc.date.available2025-01-06T17:37:13Z
dc.date.issued2023
dc.description.abstractSolar power occupies a significant position among global renewable energy sources due to its abundant energy potential. Consequently, its contribution to electricity generation is steadily increasing. However, obtaining peak efficiency from fixed solar photovoltaic (PV) panels is a formidable task due to their limited ability to consistently tap into solar energy. To tackle this issue and mitigate energy efficiency losses, the utilization of solar tracking systems has emerged as an exceptionally effective solution. These systems enable continuous adjustment of the panels' position to align with the sun's trajectory, optimizing energy absorption and enhancing overall performance. This paper presents the performance and cost analysis of three distinct solar panel tracking systems, namely, a fixed system, a single-axis system, and a dual-axis system. The systems are operated under identical coordinates and conditions. The production data are collected over a period of 15 days for comparative analysis. The tracking movements of the systems are controlled using Arduino. The mechanical components are specifically designed for the establishment of each system. The findings of this study indicate that both single-axis and dual-axis solar tracking systems outperformed fixed systems in terms of power generation. The single-axis system demonstrated a 24.367% increase in power production, while the dual-axis system showed a 32.247% increase compared to the fixed system. Moreover, a cost analysis was carried out considering the installation expenses and power production data of the three systems. It was determined that the single-axis tracking system achieved payback in 0.39 years less compared to the fixed system, while the dual-axis system achieved payback in 1.48 years less compared to the fixed system. Overall, this study underscores the advantages of implementing solar tracking systems, particularly in the single-axis and dual-axis configurations, as they contribute to higher power generation and cost-effectiveness compared to fixed systems.
dc.description.sponsorshipScientific Research Project Unit of Adana Alparslan Turkes Science and Technology University [21303008]
dc.description.sponsorshipThis research was funded by the Scientific Research Project Unit of Adana Alparslan Turkes Science and Technology University under the project number 21303008. The authors would also like to Kivanc Textile company due to its contribution.
dc.identifier.doi10.3390/en16104197
dc.identifier.issn1996-1073
dc.identifier.issue10
dc.identifier.scopus2-s2.0-85160626697
dc.identifier.scopusqualityQ1
dc.identifier.urihttps://doi.org/10.3390/en16104197
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14669/2150
dc.identifier.volume16
dc.identifier.wosWOS:000996891700001
dc.identifier.wosqualityQ3
dc.indekslendigikaynakWeb of Science
dc.indekslendigikaynakScopus
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherMdpi
dc.relation.ispartofEnergies
dc.relation.publicationcategoryMakale - Uluslararası Hakemli Dergi - Kurum Öğretim Elemanı
dc.rightsinfo:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess
dc.snmzKA_20241211
dc.subjectcost analysis
dc.subjectrenewable energy
dc.subjectsolar photovoltaic
dc.subjectsolar tracker
dc.subjectsolar energy
dc.titlePerformance and Economic Analysis of Designed Different Solar Tracking Systems for Mediterranean Climate
dc.typeArticle

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