Research Article

Optimum Array Spacing in Grid-Connected Photovoltaic Systems considering Technical and Economic Factors

Table 3

Information required by the proposed optimization method for the example of application.

SourceInformation

PV module datasheetMax.
Temp. K
Module
Module
Module

Land geometry
Orientation = south-oriented
Land tilt = horizontal

Preliminary designModule
Number of mounting s
Structure
Structure collector
Number of PV modules per
Total number of PV
Total peak
Inverter nominal
Number of
AC nominal output

BudgetCost per PV USD
Cost per USD
Cost per USD
Cost of electrical USD
Transformer USD
Manual labor USD
Building USD
Wiring USD
Land USD/m2