Photovoltaic Qualification and Approval Tests
Andrés Firman, Manuel Cáceres, Alexis Raúl González Mayans, Luis Horacio Vera
Abstract
This paper presents the main aspects of implementing a laboratory for testing qualification and approval related to crystalline silicon terrestrial photovoltaic devices. In this aspect, a simplified review-based IEC 61215 standard methodology for mechanical and electrical tests is presented from a practical-experimental view. The instrumental requirements and uncertainties are discussed. Specially focused on the nowadays high-size PV modules.
Topics & Concepts
Photovoltaic systemReliability engineeringCrystalline siliconSystems engineeringComputer scienceEngineeringElectrical engineeringSolar cellPhotovoltaic System Optimization Techniquessolar cell performance optimizationPhotovoltaic Systems and Sustainability