Fabrication of Solar Panel Cleaning Robot

Fabrication of Solar Panel Cleaning Robot

Dr. Shreepannaga 1, Mr. Dhanush R 2, Mr. Eswar S 3, Mr. Chandrashekara L 4

1Associate professor mechanical engineering, Bangalore Technological Institute, Bangalore-35

2Students of mechanical engineering, Bangalore Technological Institute, Bangalore-35

3Students of mechanical engineering, Bangalore Technological Institute, Bangalore-35

4Students of mechanical engineering, Bangalore Technological Institute, Bangalore-35

Abstract - Solar panel efficiency can degrade significantly due to the accumulation of dirt, dust, and debris on their surface, particularly in arid and semi-arid regions. Regular cleaning is essential to maintain optimal energy output, but traditional cleaning methods are labor-intensive, water-consuming, and can damage the panels. This paper presents the design and development of an autonomous solar panel cleaning robot aimed at improving the efficiency and sustainability of solar energy systems. The robot utilizes a combination of brushes and DC motors, to remove dirt from the panels with using water sprinklers.

Key Words:  Brushes, Water sprinklers, DC motor