Date of Graduation
5-2019
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Degree Level
Undergraduate
Department
Electrical Engineering
Advisor/Mentor
McCann, Roy
Abstract
Over the last decade, the costs of PV system components have dropped more than 70%. Additionally, green energy incentives like the 30% tax credit have been pushed forward. PV solar systems have become accessible to the general public. Companies are pledging to reduce their carbon emissions.
As part of their green initiative, the City of Fayetteville has requested a feasibility study for a PV system to be installed on the rooftop of the Facilities Management building, 115 S. Church Ave, Fayetteville, AR, 72701. This thesis shows the design process of this PV system and the return on investment estimation. While the system would not be expected to generate large revenue, for the purpose of carbon emission reduction it is feasible.
Keywords
PV solar systems, Photovolatic, feasibility, single-phase, service learning
Citation
Guerra Vega, A. (2019). Designing a Solar PV System to Power a Single-Phase Distribution System. Electrical Engineering Undergraduate Honors Theses Retrieved from https://scholarworks.uark.edu/eleguht/68
MATLAB Code
Appendix B - Solar PV System.pdf (1077 kB)
Design Drawings
Appendix C - Feasibility Calculations.xlsx (14 kB)
Bill of Materials and approximate ROI