SYSTEM FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC PANEL GENERATION ESTIMATION

Abstract

This work presents the development of a system for the estimation and monitoring of energy generation from photovoltaic panels in residential installations, considering factors such as solar radiation and inclination angle. The proposed prototype integrates stepper motors, a drive circuit, and an ESP32 microcontroller, performing dynamic adjustment of the module's inclination and data collection. The system reads variables related to energy generation and stores them in a database, thus allowing the comparison between real and estimated results for a performance analysis. The project aims to provide a tool for greater control and energy planning, contributing to operational safety in the face of the growing integration of distributed generation into the Brazilian electrical system. The research differs from previous studies by focusing on monitoring generation while considering diverse configurations, making the solution more adaptable to different installation and operational scenarios