Cost-Effective Sun Tracking System Being Designed at Shoolini University

SHIMLA, India, March 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --

Solar panels have become a mainstream source of energy, especially in large campuses with sufficient exposure to the sun. Indian homes and commercial spaces are rapidly identifying the benefits of solar panels and using them to meet energy requirements.

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"There are rural areas in India even now where residents do not have proper electricity supply because it is not economical for the government to supply electricity in certain areas because of their geological location or some other reason," says assistant professor at Shoolini University School of Mechanical and Civil Engineering Mr. Sorabh Aggarwal. He says that a small rooftop solar system is a good option to solve this problem. However, the problem with using solar panels is that they are stationary whereas sun is always changing its direction. Hence, solar radiations do not directly reflect on the panel. This reduces its efficiency. 

Sun tracking systems are available in the market currently but they are expensive. Hence, scientists at Shoolini University are working on a cost effective sun tracking system for individuals or small users, which will be able to keep the panel in the direction of sun, thus maximizing the utility of solar panels. Shoolini's professors Mr. Sorabh Aggarwal, Dr. Neeraj Gandotra, and Prof. Bhaskar Goel have filed a design patent on the proposed solar tracking system. 

Harnessing solar power is being recognised as a serious potential solution for minimising dependency on fuels like coal and petroleum. Companies are investing in large solar panels that are helping them to meet energy requirements. Not only is this a way of meeting concerns around depleting fuel reserves, it is also a way for companies to become self-reliant. 

Investing in solar panels can be challenging because of the high capital costs associated with it. Hence, sun tracking systems are available in the market that help to enhance the efficiency of solar panel installations. However, they are too costly to be used at a small scale. 

Mr. Aggarwal said that the team is still working on the various other aspects of the project and thanked Vice Chancellor Prof PK Khosla for his support. He added, "Our Vice Chancellor is always open to various research ideas and his eager support at all times has created a positive atmosphere for the researchers."

Located in the lower Himalayas, Shoolini University has the benefit of high exposure to the sun. This has resulted in the university being 200% reliant on solar energy for use across the campus. Shoolini University promoter Vishal Anand says, "We produce double the solar energy we consume. Such patents around optimum use of solar energy will help us to improve our efficiency and support the ecosystem around us."

About Shoolini University:
Set up in 2009, Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences is a research-driven private university with full-recognition from the UGC. A leading university of India, it is recognised for its focus on innovation, quality placements, and world-class faculty. Nestled in the lower Himalayas, the university has received accreditation from NAAC and it is ranked by the NIRF.

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