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A new analytical solar cell I–V curve model
Tor Oskar SaetreGeorgi Hristov YordanovOle-morten Midtgardsubject
Maximum power principleRenewable Energy Sustainability and the EnvironmentOpen-circuit voltageMathematical analysisComplex systemCurrent–voltage characteristiclaw.inventionSimple (abstract algebra)lawSolar cellElectronic engineeringShort circuitMathematicsAnalytic functiondescription
Abstract A simple mathematical equation that can represent empirical I–V curves of individual solar cells, systems of solar cells and modules has been found. The basic model is determined by four parameters: the open circuit voltage, the short circuit current and two shape parameters. With the four parameters determined, the complete current–voltage curve, the fill factor and the maximum power point are given by simple analytical functions. The model is valid both in the positive and the negative (dark condition) voltage range. Several simple examples demonstrate some of the potential of the model. Due to its mathematical simplicity, it is suggested that the model will be suitable for analytical modeling of complex systems.
| year | journal | country | edition | language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011-08-01 | Renewable Energy |