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Robotic Arm-Based Module Cleaning for Solar PV Plants: A Game-Changer in O&M Efficiency Introduction: With the rising operational and maintenance (O&M) costs in solar photovoltaic (PV) plants, especially related to manpower and water usage, innovative approaches have emerged to optimize resource efficiency. Robotic arm-based module cleaning systems offer a sustainable solution to address these concerns, reducing dependency on traditional cleaning methods that are both costly and inefficient. The introduction of these robotic cleaning models in India is driven by the increasing need for automation, water conservation, and cost-effective solar PV maintenance. The Evolution of Robotic Cleaning Models: As manpower costs have surged and water resources are increasingly recognized as valuable, the evolution of robotic module cleaning has come into focus. Over the last decade, these systems have transitioned from semi-automatic to more advanced autonomous models. They feature both d

Solar Energy and its utilization in different segments towards Sustainability Solar energy is the energy derived from the sun's radiation and can be converted into electricity or heat. It is a clean, renewable resource that has been harnessed for thousands of years in various ways and is increasingly being used for power generation in modern times. Basic Concepts of Solar Energy Solar Radiation : The energy emitted by the sun in the form of electromagnetic radiation. It reaches the Earth and can be captured by solar panels or other technologies to produce electricity or heat. Photovoltaic Effect : The process by which solar energy is converted into electricity using semiconductors that absorb photons from sunlight and release electrons, resulting in an electric current. Solar Thermal Energy : Using solar energy to produce heat, which can then be used directly for heating purposes or to generate electricity. Types of Solar Energy Systems Photovoltaic (PV) Systems : Monocrystalline