What are the different types of photovoltaic power generation applications?

The majority of photovoltaic power generation applications are remote, off-grid applications. These include communication satellites, terrestrial communication sites, remote homes and villages, and water pumps. These are sometimes hybrid systems that include an engine-driven generator to charge batteries when solar power is insufficient.

What is photovoltaic energy generation?

Energy generation from photovoltaic technology is simple, reliable, available everywhere, in-exhaustive, almost maintenance free, clean and suitable for off-grid applications.

Why do we need photovoltaic power generation?

Photovoltaic power generation has been most useful in remote applications with small power requirements where the cost of running distribution lines was not feasible. As PV power becomes more affordable, the use of photovoltaics for grid-connected applications is increasing.

What is a solar photovoltaic & wind turbine hybrid generation system?

A solar photovoltaic, wind turbine and fuel cell hybrid generation system is able to supply continuous power to load. In this system, the fuel cell is used to suppress fluctuations of the photovoltaic and wind turbine output power. The photovoltaic and wind turbines are controlled to track the maximum power point at all operating conditions.

Does a flat roof amorphous silicon photovoltaic plant produce maximum electrical energy?

A detailed analysis of gains and losses of fully-integrated flat roof amorphous silicon photovoltaic plants is reported in Ref. . Hwang et al. have analyzed the maximum electrical energy production based on the inclination and direction of photovoltaic installations, and the effects of the installation distance to the module length ratio .