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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Option 1  Image Modified
Option 2  Image Added
| 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 |
Image Removed- 12 modules, 2 strings of 6 in series that are parallel to each other
- 12 MPPTs
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Counterproposal V1  Image Modified | 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
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Wattlab
Physical Restrictions:
- Prefers modules that are rectangular for ease of manufacturing and reduced costs
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Option 1 Image Added Option 2 Image Added | Sent: Aug 10, 2019 |
Counterproposal V1  Image Modified
| 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
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SunCat Solar
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Option 1 Image Added Option 2 Image Added | Sent: July 22, 2019 |
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