Thermodynamic analysis of reflected solar radiation on tilted PV module in south India

Abstract

A substantial volume of energy is necessary for meeting the rising energy demand as a result of the rapid growth of population, and lifestyle changes of the society. Tilted PV module improves operation and reduces the risks involved in the generation, transmission, and utilization of electrical energy and thermal energy without any degradation in climatic conditions (like conventional sources of energy). Both fixed and tilted PV module systems receive high incoming solar radiation. In this study, the analysis of output current and voltage for varying tilt angles from 00 to 300 for different southern parts of India (Chennai, Bengaluru, Thiruvananthapuram, and Hyderabad) has been performed. The reflected albedo factor is considered for different locations ranging from 0.07 to 0.75 with the current-voltage performance parameters. Variations in PV module inclination angle with variations in the total solar radiation under different ground albedo values have been observed. The current and voltage changes with tilt angle at different locations have been studied. The monthly variations and temperature effects on exergy efficiency and solar radiation were analyzed.