@inproceedings{6a5f0de58db04a69b9cfb9e06c8ab4b3,
title = "Optimal spacing of dual-axis trackers for concentrating photovoltaic systems",
abstract = "The levelized cost of energy (LCOE) is widely used to compare the cost of energy generation across technologies. In a utility-scale concentrating photovoltaic (CPV) system, the spacing of dual-axis trackers must be balanced with total energy harvested from modules to minimize LCOE. In this paper, a spacing method of dual-axis trackers in a CPV system is presented. Based on the definition of LCOE, a cost function is defined and optimized in terms of spacing related parameters. Various methods to estimate hourly direct normal irradiance (DNI) are investigated and m-by-n tracker array configurations to minimize the cost function are discussed.",
keywords = "Concentrating photovoltaic, capacity factor, dual-axis tracker, ground coverage ratio, self-shading, spacing",
author = "Kim, {Yong Sin} and Roland Winston",
year = "2011",
doi = "10.1063/1.3658364",
language = "English",
isbn = "9780735409798",
series = "AIP Conference Proceedings",
pages = "370--373",
booktitle = "7th International Conference on Concentrating Photovoltaic Systems, CPV-7",
note = "7th International Conference on Concentrating Photovoltaic Systems, CPV-7 ; Conference date: 04-04-2011 Through 06-04-2011",
}
