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10 |
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May 2026
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Department of Electrical Engineering
Vidarbha Institute of Technology, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
Department of Electrical Engineering
Vidarbha Institute of Technology, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
Department of Electrical Engineering
Vidarbha Institute of Technology, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
Department of Electrical Engineering
Vidarbha Institute of Technology, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
Renewable energy sources are rapidly gaining global importance due to their numerous environmental and economic advantages. Among these sources, solar energy has emerged as a clean, sustainable, and virtually unlimited solution for meeting increasing energy demands. Conventional solar panels are typically installed at fixed angles, which limits their ability to capture maximum sunlight throughout daily and seasonal changes in the sun’s position. As a result, the overall efficiency of solar energy generation is reduced. To overcome this limitation, a solar tracking system has been developed using an Arduino microcontroller, Light Dependent Resistors (LDRs), and a stepper motor. The primary objective of this system is to enhance the power generation efficiency of solar panels by continuously aligning them with the direction of maximum sunlight. In this setup, the LDR sensors detect the intensity and direction of sunlight, while the Arduino controller processes the sensor data and controls the stepper motor to adjust the panel position accordingly. By ensuring optimal orientation of the solar panels toward the sun, the system maximizes solar energy absorption, improves overall efficiency, and reduces the cost of electricity generation with fewer solar panels.
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As the sun moves across the sky, a solar tracking device has been created for this project to boost the electricity produced by the solar panel. The solar panel's movement was managed by a controller. Because the system is self-sufficient, two battery packs with lead acid can be charged using the energy produced by the solar panel. There are issues with the location of the LDRs in this project, which prevents more than two LDRs from activating simultaneously. Throughout the process, every reading is taken with extreme care in order to minimize errors. One of the more often used renewable energy sources these days is solar energy. It is also being used extensively, and in a few more years, it will become so well-liked that it is going to be utilized for a variety of functions in both homes and businesses. Therefore, it is crucial to make the most of the sun's energy in order to produce the greatest power possible. my truth also serves as the inspiration for my project. Experiments are being conducted in several locations to determine how to fully utilize daylight. The implementation of this concept is also visible in other locations.
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5/26/2026
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