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Parameter estimation of solar photovoltaic (PV) cells: A review

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The contribution of solar photovoltaics (PV׳s) in generation of electric power is continually increasing. PV cells are commonly modelled as circuits. Finding appropriate circuit model parameters of PV cells is crucial for performance evaluation, control, efficiency computations and maximum power point tracking of solar PV systems. The problem of finding circuit model parameters of solar PV cells is referred to as “PV cell model parameter estimation problem,” and is highly attracted by researchers. In this paper, the existing research works on PV cell model parameter estimation problem are classified into three categories and the research works of those categories are reviewed. Based on the conducted review, some recommendations for future research are provided.

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  • Jordehi, A. Rezaee, 2016. "Parameter estimation of solar photovoltaic (PV) cells: A review," Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Elsevier, vol. 61(C), pages 354-371.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:rensus:v:61:y:2016:i:c:p:354-371
    DOI: 10.1016/j.rser.2016.03.049
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