Solar Energy Trainer – Photovoltaic Experiments
A collection of photovoltaic cells, circuit modules, and instrumentation with an experimental platform suitable for
classroom demonstrations and student experiments. All components are fitted in a custom carrying case for convenient
storage and easy transport. The AE 101 can be combined with the
AE 102 Hydrogen Fuel Cell for solar experiments
with a electrolyzer. Add the
AE 103 Wind Energy Trainer to setup a hybrid wind/solar system with electrolyser.
Experiments:
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Measuring irradiance of different light sources
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Solar cell as a energy converter
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Solar cell as a energy converter and diode function
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Open circuit voltage of a solar cell at different shadowing conditions
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Short circuit current of a solar cell at different shadowing conditions
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Open circuit voltage and short circuit current of a solar cell at different levels of irradiance
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Short circuit current of a solar cell at multiple angles of incidence
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Series connection of solar cells / different shadowing condition
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Parallel connection of solar cells / different shadowing conditions
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Characteristic curve of a solar cell (I/U) / different levels of irradiance
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Characteristic curve of a solar cell (U/P), MPP, determination of efficiency
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Simulation: Short circuit current of a solar cell based on position of the sun (sunrise to sunset)
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Charging a GoldCap (energy storage) / accumulator with solar cells
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Discharging a GoldCap (energy storage) / accumulator with electric motor and light bulb
Equipment:
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Custom yellow suitcase with protective foam cutouts
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Base board with inserts for circuit modules & multi-meters
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Low voltage (12 V ) halogen lamp
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Power supply with dimmer switch and power cable
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Solar module with 4 single cells and angle adjustment
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2 multimeters with connectors
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Sensor box for measuring irradiance
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Load box with electric motor and light bulb
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Storage box with NC accumulator with GoldCap and blocking diode
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Measuring box with variable resistor
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Flexible connecting cords; brass contacts / hard copper gold plated
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Experiments manual