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Solar array layout is an iterative process. 

Array Layout

Aerobody Array Layout (as of July 17th)

Gochermann Solar Technologies

Physical Restrictions:

  • Max module size is 7x4 cells

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LayoutNotes

Option 1

Option 2

Sent: July 22, 2019

Option 1

  • 12 modules, 2 strings of 6 in series that are parallel to each other
  • 12 MPPTs
  • More optimized for ease of manufacturing


Option 2

  • 12 modules, 2 strings of 6 in series that are parallel to each other
  • 12 MPPTs

Counterproposal V1

Received: Aug 6th, 2019

  • Gochermann splitting across the panel gap will be a problem, as any difference in angle between the two panels will cause a drop in power






Wattlab

Physical Restrictions:

  • Prefers modules that are rectangular for ease of manufacturing and reduced costs
LayoutNotes

Option 1

Option 2

Sent: Aug 10, 2019

Counterproposal V1

Received: Sept 12, 2019

  • high number of cells in some, up to 32 in a module which is higher than what our MPPTs can take
  • Rectangular due to ease of manufacturing and reduced cost



SunCat Solar

LayoutNotes

Option 1

Option 2

Sent: July 22, 2019




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