Photovoltaic and Thermal Energy System With Improved Tracking

Abstract

An improved diurnal sun tracking system and methodology for use with a photovoltaic solar collector system mountable on flat roof industrial buildings or multi-unit apartment buildings is provided. The improved tracking system and method rotates or pivots the solar collector system to track the sun during the spring and fall Equinoxes in a first tracking mode, as well as from winter to summer solstices, when the angular rate of the sun's movement does not exactly follow the angular rate at the Equinoxes, in a second tracking mode.

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Benefits of technology

This patented describes improvements on how well it works by improving upon existing ways used for controlling the orientation or motion of a device's components during daylight hours (day). By adding this technology into these devices, they can improve their performance over time without requiring frequent maintenance due to changes made while working outdoors.

Problems solved by technology

The technical problem addressed in this patent text is the inefficiency of conventional photovoltaic systems, which use fixed flat plate solar panels mounted at a certain angle. These systems are not efficient in terms of cost per watt, and there is a need for an improved photovoltaic system that can produce more energy at a lower cost.

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