Self-Cleaning Solar Panel Affects the Efficiency in Terms of Better Power Output

Abstract

Abstract
Solar power is the best way to get green energy in modern era. However, some areas have limited sun access that limits the solar energy in those particular areas. Some areas having full sun access throughout the year are still facing the shortage of green energy due to some technical flaws or technology transfer issues. The efficiency of solar panels is a crucial part of work which directly affects the energy produced per day. Solar panels face serious issues when they come in contact with dust particles which can reduce the efficiency up to 15–40%. Solar panel required cleaning after every 7–10 days which consumes man power and time. In India, particularly some areas of Rajasthan are having good sun access but at the same time high range of dust particles are there. So, a self-cleaning technology is developed which can clean the solar panels efficiently with in the required time. The technology is in practice and is able to produce more power per day using green energy. This technology will be helpful to reduce the losses towards the green India movement.

Keywords: Solar energy, solar panel, sensors, actuators, green energy

Cite this Article
Ankit Bairwa, Gurmeet Singh, Vijay Kumar Sharma. Self-Cleaning Solar Panel Affects the Efficiency in Terms of Better Power Output. Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits. 2017; 7(3): 1–4p.