PVSOFT99 - PHOTOVOL TAlC (PV) SYSTEM SIZING AND SIMULATION SOFTWARE

Abstract

A computer program "(PVSOFT99) has been
developed for sizing and simulation of stand-alone
photovoltaic (PV) systems. Two distinct PV sizing
algorithms, one based on the worst case and the
other on the reliability concept, nave been
incorporated in the program. The reliability
concept is generalized in that variation of
irradiation. temperature and load profile are al:
taken into consideration for the sizing process. The
program is capable of performing both technical
and economical analysis with comparative output
of the PV system with diesel generation and grid
extension