Solar PV Emulator

Ecosense’s Solar PV Emulator is a versatile experimental tool designed to replicate the characteristics of solar panels, enabling users to simulate various environmental conditions without relying on actual sunlight. Ideal for educational institutions and research labs, it offers a controlled environment to study and analyze solar photovoltaic systems. The emulator can visualize up to four peaks of shading, allowing detailed examination of partial shading effects on solar panel performance.

Key Features

Available in Single Channel and Dual Channel Models
Choose between a single channel emulator or a dual channel model for flexible testing needs.
Dual Channel Parallel Operation
The dual channel model supports parallel operation of channels to simulate higher power or complex configurations.
Programmable Output
Emulates solar panel characteristics with adjustable parameters such as open-circuit voltage (Voc), short-circuit current (Isc), temperature coefficient, and shading effects.
Partial Shading Simulation
Visualize and analyze up to four peaks of partial shading to study its impact on solar panel output and performance.
Real-Time Simulation
Utilizes an internal algorithm to adjust Voc and Isc based on user-defined parameters, ensuring accurate replication of solar panel behavior under varying conditions.
Comprehensive Software Interface
The LabVIEW-based software provides real-time visualization of I-V and P-V curves, with options to simulate partial shading effects and track load points.
Data Logging and Export
Save simulation data as CSV files and export graphs as images for detailed analysis and reporting.
User-Friendly Controls
Equipped with an active measurement panel to monitor voltage, current, power, and energy, facilitating hands-on learning and experimentation.

Learning Module

Fundamentals of Solar PV Characteristics

Analyze I-V (Current-Voltage) and P-V (Power-Voltage) curves under various simulated environmental conditions.
Perform Shading Analysis with up to four peak simulations to evaluate the effect of partial shading on output.
Test Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) algorithms to assess their accuracy and adaptability in fluctuating conditions.
Measure and verify Inverter Efficiency, including overall system performance and energy conversion efficiency across different PV setups.
Understand the influence of parameters like irradiance, temperature, and partial shading on solar panel performance.

Performance Impact & System Behavior

Perform Shading Analysis with up to four peak simulations to evaluate the effect of partial shading on output.
Test Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) algorithms to assess their accuracy and adaptability in fluctuating conditions.
Measure and verify Inverter Efficiency, including overall system performance and energy conversion efficiency across different PV setups.

Component Testing & Integration

Evaluate various Charge Controllers by simulating realistic solar inputs and observing system response.
Study the interaction of components in a PV system for both standalone and grid-tied configurations under controlled, repeatable scenarios.

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