Tracker Transition Test - (clouds and fog).MP4

This was our first inclement weather test for the tracker. The machine was set up to simulate a typical Eastern to Western horizon transition, a daily occurrence for almost all tracking systems. Since the tracker runs on power generated from the solar panels, the transition can be slow in low light (as was the case in this test). Nevertheless, it will move as long as the open circuit voltage rises above 12VDC. This is due to an innovative power management system.

The tracking system can be retro-fitted to an existing static array and is designed to carry a payload of up to 2000lbs

Details:
Test Performed On: 11/09/11 in Bethlehem, PA
Time Lapse: 3 second intervals, 24 hours = 16 minutes
Test Time (approx.): 1 hr
Azimuth Transition Time (approx.): 12 minutes
Weather: Partly cloudy with fog.

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Science & Technology

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• Solar
• Tracker
• Transition
• Test
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• lapse)