On-Grid Solar Energy with Storage | RVX-005
The On-Grid Solar Energy with Storage RVX-005 is a modular grid-tied solar power training system combining solar generation, battery storage, and mains grid interaction across fifteen plug-in modules. It supports thirteen experiments across three domains: solar panel characterisation including curve recording and inner resistance calculation, on-grid operation including inverter efficiency and mains failure response, and on-grid storage operation including battery charging measurement and AC load supply. The system includes a Dual Solar Panel Module, Solar Irradiance Measurement Module, Grid ON Inverter Module, Electric Energy Measurement Module, Three Phase Analyser Module, MPPT Charge Controller, PV Simulator Module, Load Management Module, Active DC Load, Single Phase Transformer, and Artificial Light Source with intensity control. DAQ software designed in National Instruments LabVIEW is optional and runs on any Windows system.
The On-Grid Solar Energy with Storage RVX-005 is a grid-tied solar power training system that combines grid-connected solar panels with battery storage capabilities. It demonstrates solar energy generation, excess energy storage, and live interaction with the main electrical grid.
Product Overview
The On-Grid Solar Energy with Storage RVX-005 covers three domains: solar panel characterisation, on-grid solar system operation, and on-grid storage system operation. For solar panel characterisation, the system supports solar radiation measurement, inclination and azimuth adjustment, shadow formation response investigation, and recording of voltage-irradiation, current-irradiation, current-voltage, and power-voltage curves. Inner resistance of the solar panel is calculable. Voltage and current measurement under overload is supported. For on-grid operation, the system measures electricity delivered to the mains grid, electricity produced by the solar panel and exchanged with the mains grid alongside AC lamp loading, and grid-connected inverter efficiency. Response of a PV system to mains failure can be investigated. For on-grid storage operation, the system measures generated power of a PV system with battery charging, and supports using the solar panel and battery together to supply an AC load. A PV Simulator Module, MPPT Charge Controller, and Three Phase Analyser Module extend the capability of this grid-tied solar power training system beyond standard configurations.
| Sr. No. | Module / Component | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dual Solar Panel Module | 1 |
| 2 | Artificial Light Source Module | 1 |
| 3 | Artificial Light Control Module | 1 |
| 4 | Solar Irradiance Measurement Module | 1 |
| 5 | Load Management Module | 1 |
| 6 | Active DC Load | 1 |
| 7 | Single Phase Transformer | 1 |
| 8 | Grid ON Inverter Module (Grid Tied) | 1 |
| 9 | Electric Energy Measurement Module | 1 |
| 10 | Three Phase Analyser Module | 1 |
| 11 | MPPT Charge Controller | 1 |
| 12 | PV Simulator Module | 1 |
| 13 | Battery* (12V; 24V on demand), Not included due to export policy; must be arranged by end user | 1 |
| 14 | Set of Leads | 1 |
| 15 | Frame | 1 |
Key Features
- Grid-Tied Solar Power Training System: combines solar generation, battery storage, and mains grid interaction
- Solar Panel Characterization: voltage-irradiation, current-irradiation, current-voltage, and power-voltage curves obtainable
- Solar Radiation Measurement: dedicated Solar Irradiance Measurement Module included
- Panel Positioning: inclination and azimuth adjustment supported
- Shadow Formation: PV module response to shadow formation investigable
- Inner Resistance Calculation: solar panel inner resistance calculable from measurements
- Overload Measurement: voltage and current of PV module measurable under overload conditions
- Grid Energy Measurement: electricity delivered to and exchanged with mains grid measurable
- Inverter Efficiency: grid-connected inverter efficiency determinable
- Mains Failure Response: PV system response to mains failure investigable
- Battery Charging Measurement: generated power and battery charging measurable simultaneously
- AC Load Supply: solar panel and battery combined to supply AC load
- MPPT Charge Controller: maximum power point tracking for optimised battery charging
- PV Simulator Module: PV simulation capability included
- Three Phase Analyser Module: three-phase power analysis included
- Load Management: dedicated Load Management Module included
- Active DC Load: Active DC Load module included
- Single Phase Transformer: included for AC load supply experiments
- Battery Compatibility: 12V standard (24V on demand); not included, must be arranged by end user
- Artificial Light Source: light source with intensity control for indoor operation
- DAQ Software: National Instruments LabVIEW based (optional), Windows compatible, electronic sensors included
Experiments
Solar Panel Characterization
- Measuring solar radiation: changing the inclination and azimuth of the solar panel
- Investigating the PV module response to shadow formation
- Recording the Solar Panel Voltage-Irradiation Curve
- Recording the Solar Panel Current-Irradiation Curve (calculating the inner resistance of the solar panel)
- Obtaining the solar panel current-voltage curve
- Obtaining the solar panel power-voltage curve
- Measurement of the voltage and current of the photovoltaic module with overload
Solar On-Grid System
- Measuring the electricity delivered to the mains grid
- Measuring the electricity produced by the solar panel, delivered to or taken from the mains grid, and the loading of AC lamps
- Determining the efficiency of the grid-connected inverter
- Investigating the response of a PV system to a mains failure
Solar On-Grid Storage System
- Measuring the generated power of a PV system and battery charging
- Using solar panel and battery to supply an AC load
Construction and Design
The On-Grid Solar Energy with Storage RVX-005 is built on a modular frame accommodating fifteen discrete plug-in modules. The grid-tied solar power training system features a Dual Solar Panel Module with adjustable inclination and azimuth. A Solar Irradiance Measurement Module captures solar radiation data directly. The Grid ON Inverter Module enables grid-tied operation and inverter efficiency measurement. The Electric Energy Measurement Module records energy exchanged with the mains grid. A Three Phase Analyser Module provides three-phase power analysis. An MPPT Charge Controller handles battery charging with maximum power point tracking. A PV Simulator Module extends system capability for simulation-based experiments. A Load Management Module and Active DC Load support load-side experiments. A Single Phase Transformer is included for AC load supply. An Artificial Light Source Module and Artificial Light Control Module support indoor training. The battery (12V standard, 24V on demand) is not included and must be sourced by the end user. All modules connect via the included set of leads.
Software
DAQ software specially designed in the National Instruments LabVIEW environment to measure and calculate experimental results. A set of electronic sensors is included for use with the software. Compatible with any Windows operating system. Software is optional.
Scope of Delivery
- Dual Solar Panel Module (x1)
- Artificial Light Source Module (x1)
- Artificial Light Control Module (x1)
- Solar Irradiance Measurement Module (x1)
- Load Management Module (x1)
- Active DC Load (x1)
- Single Phase Transformer (x1)
- Grid ON Inverter Module, Grid Tied (x1)
- Electric Energy Measurement Module (x1)
- Three Phase Analyser Module (x1)
- MPPT Charge Controller (x1)
- PV Simulator Module (x1)
- Set of Leads (x1)
- Frame (x1)
Required for Operation
- Battery: 12V (24V on demand), Not included; must be arranged by end user
Optional Accessories
- DAQ Software, LabVIEW-based, with electronic sensors
Q1. What is the On-Grid Solar Energy with Storage RVX-005 designed to demonstrate?
It demonstrates solar panel characterisation, grid-tied solar power operation including mains interaction and inverter efficiency, and on-grid storage operation including battery charging and AC load supply from solar panel and battery combined.
Q2. Can the RVX-005 simulate a mains failure scenario?
Yes. The grid-tied solar power training system supports investigation of PV system response to a mains failure as a dedicated experiment.
Q3. What solar panel curves can be recorded using the RVX-005?
The system supports recording of the voltage-irradiation curve, current-irradiation curve, current-voltage curve, and power-voltage curve, along with inner resistance calculation.
Q4. Is the battery included with the RVX-005?
No. The battery (12V standard, 24V on demand) is not included due to export policy and must be arranged by the end user.
Q5. What additional capability does the PV Simulator Module provide?
The PV Simulator Module enables simulation-based PV system experiments without requiring direct solar or artificial light input, extending the range of training scenarios available on the platform.
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