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Solar Field Layout and Aimpoint Strategy Optimization

as a result of heliostat positioning and geometry, and (iv) some heliostats'' inability to direct irradiance to the receiver without damage due to excessive thermal ﬂux. Design and operations decisions addressed by this project include: (i) the location of each heliostat in the solar ﬁeld, and (ii) the intended aimpoint of each heliostat to the receiver for each hour, across a

Analysis of global ionospheric scintillation and GPS positioning

The research findings suggest that factors such as a high-speed full-halo CME, a southward interplanetary magnetic field (IMF) Bz, and high-speed solar wind contribute to the onset of this geomagnetic storm. Ionospheric scintillation and the decrease in positioning accuracy in low-latitude regions are less pronounced compared to mid

Solar Field Layout and Aimpoint Strategy Optimization

To that end, we develop a software decision tool that uses innova-tive optimization methods to both optimize aimpoint strategies and improve candidate layouts for the solar collection field of a CSP central receiver plant.

Design and Simulation of a Solar Tracking System for PV

The solar tracking process is fully automated, maximizing the collection and management of solar energy for the solar system. The proposed solar tracker has light-dependent resistors (LDRs), an Arduino microcontroller connected with Wi-Fi, a servo motor, a current sensor, and a solar panel with a supporting metallic servo bracket.

Ionosphere disturbances on GNSS signal and positioning

Ionosphere has important influences on the performances of Global Navigation

Ionosphere disturbances on GNSS signal and positioning

Request PDF | On Jan 1, 2024, Wei Zhou and others published Ionosphere disturbances on GNSS signal and positioning performance: Analysis of the solar flare and geomagnetic storm events in

Analysis of global ionospheric scintillation and GPS positioning

The research findings suggest that factors such as a high-speed full-halo

Performance Evaluation and Application Field Analysis

On 1 April 2013, the International GNSS Service (IGS) launched the IGS Real-Time Service (RTS), which provides real-time augmentation information, including real-time orbits and clock offset corrections for real-time

A review on sun position sensors used in solar applications

This paper presents an overview of the current state of the developments in sun position sensors used in solar technologies such as photovoltaic modules, satellites, solar collectors and other applications. The working principles and geometric designs of several types of sun position sensors are discussed in detail. The studio considers the

Statistical Analysis of Solar Position Calculation Algorithms: SPA

The strategy of sun-tracking most used in photovoltaic power plants with solar trackers applies algorithms to calculate the sun position. This work presents a statistical analysis of six solar position calculation algorithms: Solar Position Algorithm (SPA) and Grena 1-5. The algorithm with the lowest solar vector error was the SPA.

Accuracy Analysis of Sun Position Calculation Algorithms: Ineichen

This work presents a statistical analysis of the accuracy of two sun position algorithms: the

Ionosphere disturbances on GNSS signal and positioning

Ionosphere has important influences on the performances of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) in terms of signal quality and ranging errors. This study discusses the impact of ionosphere disturbances caused by the solar flare and geomagnetic storm events in September 2017 and October 2021 on signal quality and positioning accuracy.

An Analysis of Low-Latitude Ionospheric

Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers at low latitudes have a high probability of experiencing severe ionospheric scintillations. This paper presents the results of scintillation characteristics and scintillation effect on GPS precise point positioning (PPP), using the data observed by the first ever GNSS scintillation monitoring receiver in Hong Kong.

Long-term impact of ionospheric scintillations on kinematic

The lengthiest GPS observations from a reference station during 2002–2018 and a colocated scintillation monitoring receiver during 2013–2018 at Hyderabad, India, are used to analyze the degradation in kinematic precise point positioning (KPPP) due to ionospheric irregularities. The GipsyX software is employed to estimate the KPPP of the reference station

LSTM-based short-term ionospheric TEC forecast model and positioning

The accuracy is high in the field of short-term forecast, for example, It can be seen that the solar activity was high during this period, reaching high levels on 4 days and moderate levels on 6 days. The monthly average number of SSNs in January was 126 and the monthly average F 10.7 was 159 sfu. The geomagnetic field reached small magnetic storm

Shading Analysis

Shading analysis contributes to the optimization of solar field layouts by identifying potential shadowing from surrounding objects and adjusting the positioning of solar collectors accordingly. This ensures that each collector receives maximum sunlight throughout the day and year, reducing energy losses. By incorporating shading analysis early in the design process,

A bibliographic analysis of recent solar energy literatures: The

To finalize this analysis of networking in the field of solar energy, we list some of the top subordinates of the top 3 institutes (see Table 4). As the most productive institute on solar energy, the Indian Institute of Technology''s most productive subordinate is the Center for Energy Studies (94), followed by the Departments of Mechanical Engineering (13), Physics (9) and

Sun Position Identification in Sky Images for Nowcasting Application

In order to identify local phenomena as sharp ramps in photovoltaic production, whole sky images can be used effectively. The first step in the implementation of new and effective nowcasting algorithms is the identification of Sun positions.

A review on sun position sensors used in solar applications

This paper presents an overview of the current state of the developments in

Influence of Solar Position Calculation Methods Applied to

The tracking strategy most used in photovoltaic plants employs algorithms to calculate the Sun position. This work presents energy generation estimation applying six algorithms in horizontal single-axis solar tracking: the Solar Position Algorithm (SPA) and Grena 1–5 algorithms. The aim is to evaluate the influence of these

Long-term analysis of NRTK positioning performances over one solar

As the 25th solar cycle is approaching its peak, the Real-time Kinematic (RTK) positioning performance is significantly affected by solar activity and the ionosphere. This study focuses on a triangulation network in the Hong Kong region with baseline lengths ranging from 10 to 20 km. The rover station is located at a distance of 16 km from the nearest reference

Accuracy Analysis of Sun Position Calculation Algorithms:

This work presents a statistical analysis of the accuracy of two sun position algorithms: the algorithm proposed by Ineichen, which is used for PVSyst ® software, and the Solar Position Algorithm, taking into consideration both the standard deviation and the maximum errors, as well as quartiles and quantiles. The algorithm that has the highest

Explained: Solar Position Algorithm For Solar Radiation

Learn how the Solar Position Algorithm (SPA), which precisely predicts the position of the sun in the sky, is revolutionizing solar radiation applications. Learn how this algorithm forecasts solar energy generation, calculates solar radiation levels, and optimizes solar energy systems.

Solar furnaces and concentrating solar systems

Solar Concentrators The PROMES-CNRS solar facilities in Odeillo offer a range of high and very high flux solar furnaces, capable of producing very high temperatures (over 3000°C). They are equipped with a wide variety of reactors and modular equipment, designed and developed in the laboratory, to carry out, in the best conditions, high level research

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