Solar energy on-site high altitude parachuting

However, technological advances have made it possible to use solar energy at higher altitudes and latitudes using higher-efficiency panels, also referred to as high-altitude photovoltaics. CLOU is participating in a large scare research project in the Sichuan province, 3900 m to 4500 m above sea level.

For purpose of prolonging endurance of high-altitude solar-powered airship, increasing output electrical energy of solar array is a preferred approach. The methods investigated by researchers mainly include maximum power point tracking, temperature control for solar array, PV array layout and airship attitude optimization. 5.1.

Solar energy, which can be converted into electrical energy through photoelectric cells, plays an important role in the endurance performance of high-altitude airships. However, due to the insufficient efficiency of photoelectric cells, the energy supply is still a significant limitation for high-altitude airships.

With rising height, solar UV radiation increases while the amount of air molecules, ozone, particles, and clouds above the surface decreases. Previous research has shown that solar energy harvesting at high altitudes is more effective than at sea level. There is less dispersed radiation and more direct radiation.

At the same time, air ventilation will cool down the panels, which are getting hotter by generating more power than on lower ground. PV panels at a higher altitude are receiving more solar radiation compared to the sea level, resulting in more generation of electricity. CLOU is very proud to be part of the research base.

Solar-powered aircraft can fly perpetually if they are able to fly a 24-hour mission in which they collect more energy than they expend. The energy collected is