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Content Index

Sr. Content Name Page

no. no.
1. Introduction of Solar system 7-10
1.1. Introduction
1.2. solar power plant types
2. Types of Solar system 11-15
2.1. solar collector
2.2. solar hot water
2.3. solar space heating
2.4. photovoltaic

4. Conclusion 16
5. Reference 17
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ANNEXURE 1
1. MICRO PROJECT PROPOSAL

Information search on Solar system for home

Aim – Information search on Solar system for home.

Benefits - Concept of solar system is cleared. We came to know

about detail information about solar system and understood the
importance of solar system. From this project we also, learned
about various types of solar system software used in present
times.
Course Outcomes Addressed – Generate Solid models from using
Part workbench of any parametric.
1.1. Program Outcomes Addressed –

• PO1. Basic Knowledge – A stability to apply knowledge of

basic mathematics, science and engineering to solve
engineering problems.
• PO2. Discipline Knowledge – An ability to apply discipline –
specific knowledge to solve core and/or applied engineering
problems.
• PO8. Individual and team efforts – Function effectively as
an individual and as member or leader in
diverse/multidisciplinary teams.
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• PO9. Communications – An ability to communicate

effectively.
• PO10. Lifelong learning – Recognize the need for, and have
preparation and ability to engage in independent and lifelong
learning in the context of technological changes.

1.2. Proposed Methodology –

1. First research the information in Internet, text book and
different types of websites.
2. Collect the all things which is useful to the micro project.
3. The available information setup step by step.

2.1. Action Plan –

2.2. Resources Required –

Sr Name of Specification Quantit Remark

. Resource/materia s y s
no l
1 Laptop Lenovo 01
2 Internet Google, YouTube 01
2 Reference books Solid works for 01
designers release
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2006 – Sham
Tickoo

Group Members –

ANNEXURE II
3. MICROPROJECT REPORT
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Rationale – We came to know about detail information about

solar system and understood the importance of solar system.
From this project we also, learned about various types of solar
system software used in present times.
Aim – To learn about the Information search on solar system for
home and its working
Benefits – Understanding concepts of solar system and know about
various types of solar system software available in present time.
Improvise creativity skills and communication techniques. Improve
designing skills and team work attitudes.
3.1. Program Outcomes Addressed –
•PO1. Basic Knowledge – A stability to apply knowledge of basic
mathematics, science and engineering to solve engineering
problems.
• PO2. Discipline Knowledge – An ability to apply discipline –
specific knowledge to solve core and/or applied engineering
problems.
• PO8. Individual and team efforts – Function effectively as an
individual and as member or leader in diverse/multidisciplinary
teams.
• PO9. Communications – An ability to communicate effectively.
• PO10. Lifelong learning – Recognize the need for, and have
preparation and ability to engage in independent and lifelong
learning in the context of technological changes.
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3.2. Report review:

1. Introduction to solar system
2. Types of Solar system
3. Conclusion
4. Refer
4. Actual Methodology Followed –

1. First research the information in Internet, text book and different

types of websites.
2. Collect the all things which is useful to the micro project.
3. The available information setup step by step.

5. Skills Developed/Learning outcomes of this micro project –

1. Making of Project report.
2. Presentation skills.
3. Verbal and intellectual skills.

6. Applications of these micro project –

This micro project can clear all the concepts

related to Solar system software, its
importance and various types of solar system
software is cleared.

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Chapter no.1: Introduction of Solar system

1.1. Introduction
Solar power
Solar energy is a renewable source of energy that is
gaining ground because of the benefits it offers. In
India, sunlight is available in abundance and there is
technology available to harness this energy and
convert it into electric power. Solar power panels
serve the purpose of absorbing solar energy and
converting it to electric power through the
photovoltaic (PV) effect. Most homes have a roof or
a backyard which can be utilized to install solar
panels.

Figure 1. solar power in home

Solar energy is our earth's primary source of
renewable energy. It is a form of energy radiated by
the sun, including light, radio waves, and X rays,
although the term usually refers to the visible light of
the sun. As oil prices have gone up and other energy
sources remain limited, nations are increasingly
searching for safe, reliable long-term sources of
power. In this scenario solar energy proves to be an
abundant energy source which can be put to use.
Electricity generation from solar energy at present is
no more a new concept to the world. Solar electricity
is being clean (pollution free), silent, limitless and
free will play a great role in the times to come in the
present energy driven civilization. Solar energy is
useful in many ways, some are as listed:
• Generate electricity using photovoltaic solar cells.
• Generate electricity using concentrated solar power.
• Generate electricity by heating trapped air which rotates turbines in
a Solar updraft tower.
• Generate hydrogen using photoelectrochemical cells.
• Heat and cool air through use of solar chimneys.
• Heat buildings, directly, through passive solar building design.
• Heat foodstuffs, through solar ovens.
 Heat
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water or air for domestic hot water and space heating needs using
solar-thermal panels.
• Solar air conditioning

1.2. SOLAR POWER PLANT TYPES -

There are two ways to use solar energy to generate electricity;
• Photovoltaic type: Photovoltaic (PV) systems converts sunlight directly
into electricity
• Thermal type: Solar thermal plants use heat to generate electricity.

SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER PLANT -

The sun illuminates the solar cells in the PV Array, which converts
light energy into electricity. The electricity goes into an inverter and
into the power lines to your home.
Modes of generation-
• Conventional Silicon based
- Monocrystalline technology

- Polycrystalline technology

- Thin film technology

• Concentrating PV (CPV): latest emerging

SOLAR THERMAL POWER PLANT -

The main principle involved is to focus sunlight on a receiver, where
the circulating fluid gets heated & thereby drives a steam engine to
generate electricity.
Modes of Generation:
• Concentrating Type ( CSP)
1. Line Focusing systems
2. Parabolic Trough Systems
3. Fresnel Trough Point Focusing systems
4. Dish Stirling Systems / Concentrating Dish
5. Solar Tower Plants using central Receiver System
• Non- concentrating Type
1. Solar Updraft Tower Power Plants – Solar Chimney
2. Solar Pond Power Plants
6. Collector Systems
Chapter no.2: Types of Solar system
Once you decide solar energy is right for you, you need to
consider which types of solar systems you’ll implement. There
are 4 main types. They are as follows:
1. Solar collectors (aka solar panels):

These are the most well known – the solar panels placed on
roofs to collect and store the sun’s rays.

Figure 2. solar collector

2. Solar hot water

Yes, there are solar systems that harness the sun’s energy to
heat water. It takes a tremendous amount of energy to heat
water so using a lower carbon footprint source such as solar
energy is a good consideration. There are 2 types of solar hot
water systems:

Figure 3. solar hot water

a. Active: Absorbs heat and transfers it directly to the

water source in your house. This is the better system, but it’s
more costly. It’s better for areas that don’t get much sun
during various times of the year.

b. Passive: funnels solar energy to the water source. Uses

regular plumbing systems to move water from the solar
collectors to faucets. It’s a simpler system but less efficient.

Solar hot water systems require a solar collector and water

storage tank. The collector absorbs solar energy and heats the
water in the tank.

3. Solar space heating

The basic concept behind heating your home with solar power
is the same concept that keeps greenhouses warm. Of course,
the implementation is more involved, but the concept is the
same. Again, there are two options.

Figure 4. solar space heating

a. Passive: This is a simple version which uses south-facing

windows and insulation to collect and hold heat for the home.
It then releases the heat as needed. The problem with this option
is your home could overheat.

b. Active: Active solar heating involves collectors that

collect, hold and distribute heat. There are two active systems:

i. Liquid systems: Pumps and valves transfer heated water

to radiators, floorboards and walls. It may be water or
some other form of liquid such as non-toxic coolants.
 ii. Air systems: With this system, an air collector is used to
heat pressurized air that’s distributed throughout your
house.
Solar space heating works best with plenty of large windows
and very good insulation.

4. Photovoltaics (PV)

Photovoltaics, aka solar cells, are very good but also very
expensive.

With photovoltaics, the cells convert the sun’s energy into

electricity with a silicon semiconductor. That electricity can be
used as your home’s electricity source.

But it doesn’t end here. Get this, there are several different
types of solar panels to consider.

Figure 5. photovoltaic
Chapter no . 4 : Conclusion
Solar power is an immense source of directly useable
energy and ultimately creates other energy resources: biomass,
wind, hydropower and wave energy. The energy of light shifts
electrons in some semiconducting materials. ... This
photovoltaic effect is capable of large-scale electricity
generation.
The sun is a powerful source that can help our planet by
giving us clean, reusable energy to power our world. The use
of this energy is free, does not create pollution, and if used
wisely can help us become less dependent on other more costly
and damaging forms of power. After participating in this Web
Quest I hope you are able to see the benefits of this valuable
resource and help change the future for energy use.
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