This is the fourth episodes for building a solar tracker. In this episode we take a closer look at mounting the solarpanels. Website: www.solartracke...
Very nice job! i did my dual axis solar tracker in 2017 with 2 linear actuators as well. In my first prototype i tried to work with a sensor array but it didn't like cloudy weather and there was condensation in the transparent box.... Finaly, i found an algorithm running on arduino nano to calculate the position of the sun (i don't care of the clouds anymore!) and i use linear actuators with feedback position. The position of the tracker is not as accurate as with the sensor array (but it works well anyway), so, i am thinking of a v3 with a rotating mecanic system for the azimuth. Just a note, you should connect the metal frame and the inverter to earth (if you haven't already) safety first!
Hi dear. Do you need a code for Arduino or PIC microcontroller? My Arduino code have a LCD display that shows ADC readings about North position, South position, Est position, and West position, also ACD 2 voltage readings from battery and panel, ok? If you needs I can send it to you, ok? Bye.
