Dual-axis solar tracker based on UV, MEMS sensors
Researchers have designed a new tracking system that utilizes an arithmetic optimization-based PID controller. The proposed tracker uses two different sensor types – a UV sensor and a micro-electromechanical solar (MEMS) sensor. The first one calculates the intensity of UV radiation received from the sun, and the second one forecasts the sun’s path across the sky.
WoodMac says global solar tracker shipments grew by 28% in 2023
Global tracker shipments reached 92 GWdc last year, according to WoodMackenzies’ latest report. The US accounted for the majority of the global market, with three US-based manufacturers, Nextracker, Array Technologies and GameChange Solar, ranking as the three largest shippers in the world.
Bifacial PV, single-axis tracking produces cheapest electricity, says IEA-PVPS
The IEA Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme’s (IEA-PVPS) latest factsheet covers bifacial PV modules and advanced tracking systems. It says a combination of bifacial modules with single-axis tracking could increase energy output by up to 35%.
Antaisolar to supply solar trackers for 294 MWp Nokh project in Rajasthan
Antaisolar will supply its 1P single-axis trackers for 294 MWp of NTPC’s Nokh solar project. The project is being executed by Larsen & Toubro on EPC basis.
GameChange Solar to supply trackers for SAEL’s 500 MW PV project in Khavda
GameChange Solar has secured the contract to supply single-axis trackers for 500 MW of SAEL’s PV project in Khavda, Gujarat.
Soltec launches specially designed floating PV tracker
Soltec has developed a floating PV tracker with pumps in the central tank for mobility and ballast, enabling operation in wind gusts above 100 km/h.
GameChange Solar to supply trackers for ACCIONA Energía’s 412.5 MWp PV project in Rajasthan
GameChange Solar has secured the PV tracker supply contract for ACCIONA Energía’s new 412.5 MWp solar PV project in Rajasthan. The PV plant is being executed by Waaree Renewable Technologies.
IIT Kanpur-incubated startups showcase solutions ranging from dual-axis solar tracker to solar-powered UAV
The Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC) at IIT Kanpur provides support and guidance to those looking to turn their ideas into successful and meaningful business models
GameChange Solar to expand US production of PV trackers to 35 GW
GameChange Solar says it will expand US production of solar trackers to 35 GW, supplying systems with 70% domestic content, and potentially increasing to more than 85%.
ACWA Power, L&T select Nextracker for 1.17 GW solar plant in Saudi Arabia
ACWA Power’s 1.17 GW Al Kahfah solar power project in Saudi Arabia will deploy Nextracker’s NX Horizon-XTR all-terrain solar tracker systems. Larsen & Toubro (L&T) is the EPC provider for the PV plant.
