This page is a collection of the calculations, options and details pertaining to the array for MS-XIV.
In discussions with:
- Gochermann Solar Technologies (http://www.gochermann.com/)
- Contact: Oliver (solar@gochermann.com)
- SunCat Solar
- Contact: Alain (ahmchuzel@aol.com)
- Wattlab
- Contact: David Kester (david@wattlab.nl)
Solar Collector Details
Solar cells being used: Decision has not yet been made pending quotes on the E66 ?e3 generation cells. The current fallback is the Sunpower E60 Me1 cells (same as those used on MSXII)
MPPTs: We would prefer Elmar based on the layout of the array panel, however still waiting to hear back from Elmar. The Nomura MPPTs
- Nomura 18-33V - Manual
- Elmar
Array Layout
Aerobody Array Layout (as of July 17th)
Left three sections will be on a detachable panel, split down the middle will be panel separation, rearview camera, brake lights, etc.
Cell Dimensions
Length × Width = 125 cm × 125 cm
Area = 153 cm²
Array Output Calculations and Solar Array Layout Template
MSXIV Array Layout Calculations Template.xls
- Basic calculations to determine number of cells per module depending on number of Nomura/Elmar MPPTs in series
- MSXIV Array Layout Template
- Dimensions for each panel
MSXIV Array Layout and Output Calculations (OLD)
Solar Equations
Solar Equations (external)
Files
Option 1 and 2
Gochermann Counterproposal V1
Meeting Notes
- July 20 - Aerobody Integration Meeting
- July 20 - Solar Array Meeting
- July 27 - Past Design Decisions, Array Layout Feedback, Current Considerations