Research Article

Optimizing PV Power Output with Higher-Voltage Modules: A Comparative Analysis with Traditional MPPT Methods

Table 4

Power and cost analysis during over caste condition.

TypesIrradiation value (Watts/m2)Minimum possible days per yearPossible power extraction in existing IC method per hourPower extraction in existing IC method (60  6 hrs) per yearCost per year (1 unit-Rs.8)

Without MPPTUpto 350 W/m260 daysRs.0
INC method4.1 kWh1476 kWhRs.11808
PI INC method5.1 kWh1836 kWhRs.14688