Wind loads on an azimuthal photovoltaic platform. Experimental study

Abstract

During the dimensioning stage of the embodiment design process of the azimuthal trackers for photovoltaic (PV) platforms a very important step is input load calculation. Wind load is the main load on these kinds of systems and a correct evaluation of wind load becomes significant for dimensioning. This paper presents results and conclusions from an experimental study on wind loads depending on wind velocity and functional positions of solar tracking platforms. The results are presented as graphic diagrams and can be useful for the improvement of actual standards on wind loads.