Volume : 9, Issue : 6, JUN 2023

NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON INNOVATIONS IN COMPUTING TECHNOLOGIES (NCICT'23)

DESIGN OF APPARENT LOCAL CLOCK FOR TIME SYNCHRONIZATION IN THE FIELD OF SOLAR OBSERVATION AND MPPT

DR.S.SARAVANAKUMAR, V.VIGNESHWARAN, N.GEETHA, S.N.THINESHRAJ, G.TAMILARASU

Abstract

Local time is the time which is recognized at the particular place whereas the standard time is followed across the country in a uniform manner. The local time of the place can be calculated by simple arithmetic and trigonometric calculation. Local time forms a uniform time scale at a specific longitude. Local time performs a key role in the field of solar observation and Maximum Power Point Tracking [MPPT].

The local time clock is the clock used to fetch the local time according to the Geo-coordinates. That clock will address the synchronization problem for the observation at different places simultaneously. The incorporation of a local time clock with a solar panel leads the way to gaining the maximum power from solar energy. In comparison with other sun trackers, this has low cost, simplified hardware structure, and an exact controlling algorithm are advantages of this system. The power loss is due to a mis-alignment between the solar panel and the beam of light. This will not be a concern in the LTC-incorporated solar panel. The controlling algorithm is based on a very basic idea of geostationary coordinates. With the help of some arithmetic and trigonometric functions, the exact position of the sun can be detected. The incorporation of Local time clocks with the solar power plant improves the efficiency and flexibility of the tracking system.

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