21-01-2013, 04:18 PM
SOLAR ENERGY RESEARCH at IOC-R&D Centre, Faridabad
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R&D Strategy - Infrastructure & Expertise Creation
Set-up laboratory facility for testing of lanterns and other solar energy driven products
Testing facility for solar panels
Up-gradation of laboratory facility
To certification level
Discussions with TUV, Germany and Fraunhaufer, Germany
For Solar Cell Research
For Solar Thermal Research
Targeted Areas of ExpertiseSolar PV
Testing of Modules & Components of PV Systems – Mechanical, Electrical, Environment & Other Related Tests
Energy yield assessments – Study of local irradiation data & system details and long term yield forecasts compilation using simulations
Site Condition Evaluation – Actual energy yield at the site including shadowing/seasoning and type of plant (off or on grid, pump systems etc)
Technology advisory services – Based on global technology evaluation and relevant standards/regulations
Plant monitoring, output energy yields checks and evaluation – Data logging and analysis capabilities
Damage & fault assessment – Determination and analysis of damages & malfunctions of the systems including required repairs
Benefits of Comprehensive Testing Facilities
Setting up of complete laboratory facility
Can be utilized for all R&D purposes as well as for certification purpose
Sole Indian party status and second Asian certification country after Japan
If utilized for certification, can earn extra revenue
All collaborative basic research efforts shall be helped by leveraging the lab facility successfully and the pace of development will be enhanced by aggressive institution/industrial collaborations
The hows & whys of solar lights
Brighter than kerosene lights
15-20 times better quality light
150-200 lumens vs. 10-20 lumens (kerosene ‘dibri’)
No smoke
Virtual elimination of soot-related health hazard
Cheaper than kerosene lights
No moving parts, very little maintenance
Near-zero heat
Can sit very close to lamp: boon to villagers & shopkeepers
Above all, endless source of energy