Detection of defects and action protocol in the operation of photovoltaic plants

Comprehensive software system that provides an operational protocol for photovoltaic plants to optimize economic performance. It includes fault detection and classification through multispectral imaging, estimation of the power loss associated with those faults and its future evolution, and an action protocol aimed at maximizing profitability.

The system is based on the electrical and thermal signature of each potential defect in photovoltaic modules, and the degradation estimation has been developed through empirical endurance testing.

The target market for this system includes companies operating photovoltaic plants. However, plant owners, developers, and managers are the most interested segments.

The TRL of this proposal varies depending on the type of defect. For some defects, the TRL is 2, while for others it has reached TRL 9, having been implemented in an inspection company (CELSOS).