Calculation of the energy provided by a PV generator. Comparative study: Conventional methods vs. artificial neural networks

F. Almonacid, C. Rus, P. Pérez-Higueras and L. Hontoria

Energy, 2011, vol. 36, issue 1, 375-384

Abstract: The use of photovoltaics for electricity generation purposes has recorded one of the largest increases in the field of renewable energies. The energy production of a grid-connected PV system depends on various factors. In a wide sense, it is considered that the annual energy provided by a generator is directly proportional to the annual radiation incident on the plane of the generator and to the installed nominal power. However, a range of factors is influencing the expected outcome by reducing the generation of energy.

Keywords: PV system; Artificial neural network; Energy (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2011
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DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2010.10.028

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