Modeling solar photovoltaic cell and simulated performance analysis of a 250W PV module

Abstract

The main purpose of this study is to develop the mathematical model of solar photovoltaic (PV) cell and to simulate its behavior. The study includes the performance analysis of a 250W PV module and its behavior on different temperature conditions, irradiance levels. It also focuses on the effects of varying shunt and series resistances. The model has been developed considering possible environmental effects on solar PV generation. The results of the characteristics curves in this paper are compared to the curves provided by the CS6P-250M PV module datasheet. Using this model it is possible to simulate the behavior of any large scale PV array or solar Photovoltaic Energy Conversion Systems (PVECS). The model was developed by using Matlab®/Simulink” software. This model can be used for further simulation based research and analysis on PVECS.