Single-pulse method for measuring the current-voltage characteristics of solar panels

Purpose: The purpose of the paper is to substantiate the new method of measuring the voltage-current characteristics of solar batteries based on the use of a digital oscilloscope and a special linear sweep device. Design/methodology/approach: To solve this problem, a test bench was developed on the basis of a solar radiation simulator. Findings: Practically it is proved that within the duration of a single pulse of 40 μs, it is possible to measure the voltage-current characteristics of an SB with a short-circuit current of up to 5.8 A. Research limitations/implications: The method is relevant for all types of solar batteries, but the measurements were carried out on serial samples of mono and polycrystalline silicon with a nominal output power of 30 to 140 W and a voltage of 12 V. Practical implications: The method can find its practical application in the development of an intelligent solar module. The technology of the intelligent module is based on the periodic removal of information on the operational parameters of the solar battery based on the measured voltage-current characteristic. Originality/value: Experimental confirmation of the effectiveness of the single-pulse measurement method of the voltage-current characteristic of a solar battery based on a linear current sweep.