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Smart India Hackathon 2024

The Smart India Hackathon 2024 features a problem statement focused on developing a non-electrical device to track the sun's movement for solar panel efficiency. The proposed solution involves an automated solar tracking system using sensors and servo motors to optimize energy capture. This system promises enhanced performance, economic viability, and a significant contribution to renewable energy efforts.

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Smart India Hackathon 2024

The Smart India Hackathon 2024 features a problem statement focused on developing a non-electrical device to track the sun's movement for solar panel efficiency. The proposed solution involves an automated solar tracking system using sensors and servo motors to optimize energy capture. This system promises enhanced performance, economic viability, and a significant contribution to renewable energy efforts.

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SMART INDIA HACKATHON

2024
SMART INDIA HACKATHON 2024
 Problem Statement ID – SIH1545
 Problem Statement Title- Development of a non-electrical device for tracking the
movement of the sun for movement of the solar panels, increasing their efficiency.
 Theme: Renewable/substainable Energy
 PS Category- Hardware
 Team ID-
 Team Name: “CREATIVE CREW”
PROPOSED SOLUTION (IDEA/PROTOTYPE)

 An innovative solution is designed to optimize the efficiency of solar energy collection by


continuously orienting solar panels towards the sun.
 This system employs sensors and motors to detect the sun's position and adjust the angle of the
solar panels accordingly throughout the day.
 The solar panel is moved by servo motor so that sun’s light is able to remain aligned with the
solar panel.
 Unlike static solar panels, which are fixed in one position, solar tracking systems can increase
energy capture by maintaining the optimal angle of incidence between the incoming sunlight and
the panel surface..
HARDWARE REQUIRED:
1. Arduino Microcontroller: Serving as the central control unit.
2. Light-Dependent Resistors (LDRs): Sensing the sun’s position by detecting light
intensity.
3. Servo Motors: Adjusting the angle of the solar panels based on signals from the
Arduino.
4. Power Supply: Providing necessary power to the system components.
5. Software Implementation: Writing and uploading code to the Arduino to process
LDR inputs and control the servo motors
BLOCK DIAGRAM
IMPACT AND BENEFITS
Automated solar tracking systems significantly enhance the performance of solar power installations by
maximizing energy capture and improving the economic and environmental outcomes. As technology
continues to advance, these systems are likely to become more cost-effective and widespread, playing a
crucial role in the global shift towards renewable energy.
These systems offer several advantages over fixed solar panel installations, significantly enhancing the
efficiency and effectiveness of solar power generation. Here are the key advantages:
 Maximized Sunlight Exposure
 Optimal Positioning
 Higher Energy Output
 Increased Efficiency
 Economic Viability
RESEARCH AND REFERENCES
 Mayank Kumar Lokhande, “Automatic Solar Tracking System,”
International Journel of Core Engineering & Management, October,
2019.
 Ying-Tung Hsiao, China-Hong Chen, “Maximum Power Tracking for
Photovoltaic Power System,” Conference Record of the 2002 IEEE
Industry Applications Conference. 37th IAS Annual Meeting, ISBN-0-
7803-7420-7, 13-18 Oct, 2002, pp 1035-1039.
THANK YOU

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