College - Author 1
College of Engineering
Department - Author 1
Electrical Engineering Department
Degree Name - Author 1
BS in Electrical Engineering
College - Author 2
College of Engineering
Department - Author 2
Electrical Engineering Department
Degree - Author 2
BS in Electrical Engineering
Date
6-2020
Primary Advisor
Dale Dolan, College of Engineering, Electrical Engineering Department
Abstract/Summary
The purpose of this senior project is to develop and recommend a cleaning schedule for Goldtree Solar Farm that is both economically beneficial and an efficient use of cleaning for the client. Solar farms can have various factors that influence the cleaning schedule such as weather behavior, time of the year, soiling, and other factors. Through this senior project, the goal is to assess these factors effect on the solar farm to produce a cleaning schedule that will maximize energy production, maximize profits, and prevent insignificant cleaning
This analysis is motivated by defining and promoting the benefits of regular maintenance of PV systems for the financial and power production gains. The conclusions and results of this research will be reported to and shared with REC Solar, to recommend a cleaning and maintenance schedule that best benefits both them and Cal Poly.
URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/eesp/487