Wind / Solar Hybrid Energy System | RVX 101
The Wind / Solar Hybrid Energy System RVX 101 studies combined wind and solar renewable energy generation. This wind solar hybrid energy system features moveable solar module with adjustable inclination, artificial light source with intensity control, portable wind turbine with variable-speed AC motor driver, and hybrid controller managing both power sources. Complete measurement module monitors RPM, voltage, and current for dual-source energy analysis.
The Wind / Solar Hybrid Energy System RVX 101 is an educational apparatus for studying renewable energy generation from combined wind turbine and solar module sources. This wind solar hybrid energy system demonstrates how wind and solar resources integrate in consumer and industrial markets to supplement power needs and reduce dependence on non-renewable fuels.
Product Overview
The RVX 101 wind solar hybrid energy system comprises moveable solar module frame with integrated lighting and light intensity control, portable wind turbine frame with AC 3-phase motor and motor driver, wind solar hybrid controller, variable resistive load, electric brake, measurement module with RPM sensor, and complete cable set. Solar module operates with adjustable inclination angle relative to light source for efficiency optimization. Artificial light source module with intensity control enables indoor laboratory operation. Wind turbine operates via AC motor driver with variable speed control. Hybrid controller manages simultaneous power input from solar and wind sources with charge controller function. Variable resistive load enables investigation of output under different electrical loads. Electric brake provides rapid wind turbine stop. Measurement module monitors wind turbine RPM, solar voltage output, wind turbine voltage output, current, and load resistance. 12VDC battery (24VDC available, user-supplied) stores energy from both sources. Optional LABVIEW DAQ software monitors and logs all electrical and environmental parameters via Windows interface.
Wind / Solar Hybrid Energy System RVX 101 — Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Solar Module | Monocrystalline with adjustable frame |
| Solar Frame Type | Moveable with inclination adjustment |
| Light Source | Artificial light module with intensity control |
| Wind Turbine Type | Horizontal axis with portable frame |
| Motor Type | AC 3-phase |
| Motor Driver | Variable speed control |
| Hybrid Controller | Wind/solar combined power management |
| Charge Controller | Integrated hybrid function |
| Electric Brake | Rapid stop capability |
| Load Resistance | Variable resistive type |
| Battery Voltage | 12VDC (24VDC on demand) |
| Battery Capacity | User-supplied |
| Measurement Module | RPM sensor with electrical monitoring |
| RPM Measurement | Wind turbine rotational speed |
| Voltage Measurement | Solar and wind turbine output |
| Current Measurement | Load and system current |
| Load Measurement | Resistance variation monitoring |
| Cable Set | Complete interconnection cables |
| Frame | Modular support structure |
| Software | Optional LABVIEW DAQ with USB |
Technical Data
Solar Module System:
- Monocrystalline solar cells
- Moveable frame for angle adjustment
- Inclination angle optimization capability
- Artificial light source module
- Light intensity control
- Indoor operation capability
- Solar voltage output measurement
Wind Turbine System:
- Horizontal axis wind turbine
- Portable frame structure
- AC 3-phase motor
- Variable speed motor driver
- Wind turbine RPM measurement
- Wind turbine voltage output measurement
- Electric brake for rapid stop
- Wind speed simulation via motor control
Hybrid Power Management:
- Wind/solar hybrid controller
- Simultaneous power input handling
- Charge controller function
- 12VDC (24VDC optional) battery system
- Energy storage from dual sources
- Output regulation
Load and Measurement:
- Variable resistive load
- Load resistance adjustment
- Loaded and unloaded output testing
- Current measurement
- Voltage measurement
- RPM measurement module
- Parameter monitoring capability
Data Acquisition:
- Optional LABVIEW software
- USB interface
- Windows compatibility
- Parameter logging and analysis
Key Features
- Dual Energy Sources: Wind solar hybrid energy system integrates wind turbine and solar module for comprehensive renewable energy study
- Moveable Solar Frame: Adjustable inclination angle enables investigation of solar module efficiency versus light source positioning
- Variable Light Intensity: Artificial light source module with intensity control enables indoor testing and shading effect analysis
- Wind Turbine Simulation: AC motor-driven wind turbine with variable speed control enables wind velocity variation study
- Hybrid Power Management: Wind/solar hybrid controller handles simultaneous power input from both sources with integrated charge controller
- Variable Load Testing: Resistive load adjustment enables investigation of system performance under different electrical load conditions
- Comprehensive Measurement: RPM sensor, voltage measurement, current measurement, and load resistance monitoring provide complete system analysis
- Electric Brake: Rapid stop capability enables safe wind turbine shutdown
- Battery Storage: 12VDC accumulator (24VDC available) stores energy from both renewable sources for stand-alone operation
- Optional Data Acquisition: LABVIEW software enables automated parameter logging and performance analysis via USB interface
Experiments
- Solar module illuminance effect on power output
- Solar module temperature effect on efficiency
- Solar module shading effects on voltage and current
- Solar module short-circuit current measurement
- Solar module open-circuit voltage measurement
- Solar module maximum output voltage determination
- Solar module inclination angle optimization
- Solar module efficiency calculation
- Wind turbine speed versus voltage output relationship
- Wind turbine no-load voltage measurement
- Wind turbine loaded output measurement
- Hybrid controller charge function performance
- Solar module behavior under various environmental conditions
- Solar module parameter testing
- Wind turbine function and performance
- Inverter function in hybrid system
- Dual-source simultaneous operation
- Battery charging from solar source
- Battery charging from wind source
- Battery discharge to electrical load
- Hybrid system energy balance
Construction and Design
The Wind / Solar Hybrid Energy System RVX 101 features moveable solar module frame with integrated monocrystalline cells and angle adjustment capability. Artificial light source module with intensity control enables indoor laboratory operation and shading studies. Portable wind turbine frame houses horizontal-axis wind turbine driven by AC 3-phase motor with variable speed driver for wind velocity simulation. Wind/solar hybrid controller manages simultaneous power input from both sources with integrated charge controller function. Variable resistive load enables electrical output testing at different consumption levels. Electric brake provides rapid wind turbine stop capability. Measurement module monitors wind turbine RPM, solar output voltage, wind turbine output voltage, system current, and load resistance. 12VDC accumulator battery (24VDC available, user-supplied) stores energy from both sources for stand-alone operation. Complete cable set enables flexible system interconnection. Modular frame structure supports all components. Optional USB data acquisition interface with LABVIEW software enables comprehensive parameter monitoring and performance analysis.
Software
DAQ software in National Instruments LABVIEW environment (optional). Measures and calculates apparatus results. USB interface with Windows compatibility. Monitors solar output, wind output, battery state, load current, and system efficiency parameters.
Scope of Delivery
- 1 Solar module with moveable frame and inclination adjustment
- 1 Wind turbine with portable frame
- 1 AC motor driver (variable speed control)
- 1 Wind/solar hybrid controller with charge controller
- 1 Artificial light source module with intensity control
- 1 Electric brake unit
- 1 Variable resistive load
- 1 Measurement module with RPM sensor
- 1 Set of cables
- 1 Frame structure
- 1 Instruction manual
Q: How does the Wind / Solar Hybrid Energy System RVX 101 integrate solar and wind power?
A: Wind/solar hybrid controller manages simultaneous power input from both solar module and wind turbine sources. Integrated charge controller regulates energy storage in 12VDC accumulator battery from both renewable sources.
Q: What light control does the Wind / Solar Hybrid Energy System RVX 101 provide?
A: Artificial light source module with adjustable light intensity enables indoor laboratory operation. Moveable solar frame allows inclination angle adjustment to study efficiency effects versus light source positioning.
Q: How does the Wind / Solar Hybrid Energy System RVX 101 simulate varying wind conditions?
A: AC 3-phase motor with variable speed driver enables wind turbine speed adjustment from no-load to maximum RPM, simulating different wind velocity conditions for performance analysis.
Q: What measurements does the Wind / Solar Hybrid Energy System RVX 101 provide?
A: Measurement module monitors wind turbine RPM, solar output voltage, wind turbine output voltage, system current, and load resistance. Optional DAQ software logs all parameters for comprehensive analysis.
Q: Can different electrical loads be tested with the Wind / Solar Hybrid Energy System RVX 101?
A: Yes. Variable resistive load enables investigation of system performance under different electrical consumption scenarios. Loaded and unloaded output testing studies effects on voltage, current, and battery charging rate.
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