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INTRODUCTION
1.5 MPPT TECHNOLOGY
Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) is an advanced charging technology that more eciently harvests power from
solar panels in all conditions. It does this by continuously tracking the I-V curve of the solar array and modifying operating
conditions to maximize output power. Figure 1-2 shows the MPPT point compared to a traditional PWM charger, which
always runs the solar array at the same operating conditions.
Due to dierences in ambient temperature and light conditions, the maximum power point often changes. The MPPT
controller can adjust parameters according to quickly changing conditions to keep the system near to its maximum
working point. The whole process is fully automatic and does not require any adjustments by users.
FIGURE 1-2 Solar panel output characteristics curve
FIGURE 1-3 Relationship between solar panel output characteristics and light