The solar array is housed on a dual axis tracking system that provides approximately 45% more power than fixed tilt installations as previously stated. The array on each tracker can vary from 12 to 42 panels. Maximum power output per tracker is 21 Kw. Power from the solar field is distributed through the control center to both the user or grid and the plant where both hydrogen and potable water are produced.
Each tracker is equipped with sensors that allow it to follow the sun keeping the solar panels perpendicular to the sun’s rays throughout the day. On partly cloudy or cloudy days, the sensors will point the solar array to the brightest spot in the sky to maximize energy production. When the sun is no longer obscured, the trackers readjust putting the solar panels back in the normal position of tracking sun.
Energy production from the array is monitored in real time. Each individual panel and its energy production can be easily identified by the operator. In the case of a panel failure, this feature allows the operator to immediately identify the defective panel and ensuring a rapid maintenance response to fix the problem.
