DESIGN MODELLING AND INSTALLATION OF A SOLAR POWER SYSTEM
Abstract
Solar power system is a set up that uses Photovoltaic (PV) panels to convert sunlight into
electricity. Designing and installing a solar power system involves accessing energy needs,
calculating components sizes, installing the system, selecting the appropriate solar panel,
mounting them optimally on a suitable structure (roof-top or ground-mounted). Connecting them
to a charge controller (MPPT) to regulate battery charging and linking the battery bank to an
inverter to convert the DC to AC power for household use. The Installation and dsign of a solar
system starts by converting the energy coming from the sun to electricity. In our country today
interrupted power supply has been a serious issue and it makes life difficult and unbearable be
for people in firms, shopping malls, schools and business center depends on power supply for the
day-to-day running of their activity. However, some have resorted to generators to enable them
meet up, even with the high cost of petrol and the pollution these machines cause to the
environment. A solar system comprises of inverter, solar panel, charge controller, battery and
panel-stand. There are factors to consider when designing and installing solar system. It provides
solution to the interrupted power supply problem we have and causes no pollution or health
challenges to the environment. Unlike generators and soundproof systems which are reliable but
has high cost of maintenance, it is recommended that Abia State University supply solar system
to solve uninterrupted power problems due to its low cost intensiveness
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