Umudike Journal of Engineering and Technology

Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike


DRIVES FOR TRACKING THE SUNS' MOVEMENT – A REVIEW

Ukoima, K. N.
Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering. Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Nigeria

Ekwe, O. A.
Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering. Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Nigeria

Okoro, C. K.
Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering. Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Nigeria



ABSTRACT

Solar tracking drives can be broadly classified as active or passive. Passive drives are mechanical
while active drives are electrical. In this paper, a review of the most recent (2015 -2019)
published techniques for photovoltaic tracking drives is presented. Based on functionality and
results, the published techniques are presented. Active drives are shown to be more efficient
when compared with the passive drives. However, in terms of flexibility and cost, passive drives
are more viable than active drives. The advantages and disadvantages of each drive is given as a
conclusion


Keywords: Photovoltaic, Drives, Active, Passive, Tracking, Sun


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Conference Code
IECON2019

Conference Title
ENGINEERING FOR SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC DIVERSIFICATION, FOOD AND NATIONAL SECURITY

ISBN
978-978-53175-8-9

Date Published
Friday, September 20, 2019

Conference Date
2nd - 4th September, 2019

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