A review of various components of solar water‐pumping system: Configuration, characteristics, and performance
K. Muralidhar, N. Rajasekar
Abstract
Burning fossil fuel like coal, diesel, and so on, for electricity generation is environmentally hazardous and cause increased CO2 emissions worldwide. To meet the ever-growing energy demand, solar energy remains top and considered to be most promising one that grabbed global attention recently, especially, in the areas of rural electrification and water pumping. Moreover, the solar photovoltaic (PV) system is advantageous and highly preferred. Thus, this paper attempts to review various components of solar-powered water-pumping systems, its configuration, characteristics, and performance. Also, comparison of water-pumping system with and without maximum power point tracking (MPPT), motor and pumps selection based on water flow rate, optimal converter selection, and effective controller performance is studied. Furthermore, PV pumps behavioral study at various geographical locations is also made. Critical analysis on PV water pumping with limitation and suggestions is also highlighted. Hence, it is envisaged that the data presented in this review paper will be useful to the researchers in the selection of suitable PV techniques, pumps, motors, MPPT, and controllers for the effective design, control, and better performance of solar water-pumping system.