Diseño y simulación de un seguidor solar para mejorar el rendimiento de paneles solares portátiles

Abstract

The project focuses on developing a portable solar tracker to improve the performance of solar panels in remote environments. This innovative system employs mechatronic control systems and software to dynamically adjust the panel's position throughout the day, maximizing solar energy collection. The tracker structure, designed to ensure stability and strength, incorporates two degrees of freedom that allow precise movements in two key directions. The tracking system is based on efficient power transmission through two-axis chains, complemented by servomotors that facilitate its movement, mediating the LDRs for sunlight collection. The design and implementation of string power transmission have resulted in a significant increase in energy harvesting compared to static solar panels, demonstrating the system's efficiency. The safety and durability of the system are ensured by a safety factor of 2.5 in each structural component, providing stability and long-term reliability. This project represents a significant advancement in solar energy harvesting efficiency, particularly in challenging environments, and contributes to promoting renewable energy and cost reduction. The proposal focuses on enhancing the design and efficiency of solar energy harvesting, particularly emphasizing the successful implementation of power transmission as a critical factor in achieving these objectives.