Category: Solar

Hail Damage Mitigation: BiFacial Vertical Mounted Solar Panels vs. Hail Stow Racking Systems

September 25, 2024

As solar farms expand into regions prone to hailstorms, damage mitigation has become a critical engineering focus for solar installations. Two prominent approaches for managing hail damage are BiFacial Vertical Mounted Solar Panels and Hail Stow Racking Systems. This article compares these technologies, focusing on their performance in hail-prone environments, with a clear emphasis on … More Hail Damage Mitigation: BiFacial Vertical Mounted Solar Panels vs. Hail Stow Racking Systems

When does gravel make sense for Solar Facility Fire Protection? I asked AI.

July 11, 2024

A Chat with Bing over Solar Farm Fire Risks and Premium Calculations Sent by you: Help me create a presentation of the cost benefit analysis for a 50 Mw solar farm in California. The issue is whether to clear all vegetation and replace it with gravel or to continue to mow and cut the vegetation … More When does gravel make sense for Solar Facility Fire Protection? I asked AI.

Thermal Runaway

November 17, 2023

Thermal runaway is a serious safety issue that affects lithium-ion batteries, which are widely used in various applications such as electric vehicles, smartphones, laptops, and grid storage. Thermal runaway is a phenomenon in which the lithium-ion cell enters an uncontrollable, self-heating state that can result in extremely high temperatures, violent cell venting, smoke and fire12. Thermal … More Thermal Runaway

When should you replace a power transformer.

September 29, 2023

Let’s dive into the decision-making process for replacing power transformers before they fail but at the optimal end of life. This is a critical aspect of risk management in the energy industry. I’ll break down the key considerations and provide examples where relevant. 1. Transformer Condition Assessment: 2. Life Expectancy Analysis: 3. Risk Assessment: 4. … More When should you replace a power transformer.

Potential for Solar panels to initiate wildfire

September 14, 2023

Let’s delve into the potential for solar power plants to initiate wildfires from an engineering perspective. Overview: Solar power plants primarily consist of photovoltaic (PV) panels mounted on support structures. While they are generally considered safe, certain conditions can pose fire risks. Let’s break down the key factors to consider: 1. Electrical Systems: Solar panels … More Potential for Solar panels to initiate wildfire