PV-Magazine reports on COSIMA: Intelligent inspection from the air
HI ERN cooperates with regional partners to develop comprehensive analysis of Photovoltaic systems
25/09/2020 - HI ERN Scientists in Co-operation with N-ERGIE and further partners from North Bavaria develop comprehensive analysis of photovoltaic systems for the best possible use of solar power
Project COSIMA: Intelligent inspection from the air
Regional cooperation partners develop comprehensive analysis of photovoltaic systems
Photovoltaic systems are a very important factor for the energy turnaround. To ensure that they are still efficient after many years, they must be checked and maintained regularly. The aim of the COSIMA research project is an efficient and intelligent inspection that provides recommendations for action to ensure continued economic operation. The research project is coordinated by the Helmholtz Institute Erlangen-Nuremberg. It is funded by the Federal Ministry of Economics and Energy. Other partners from the Northern Bavaria region are involved.
Recognize the condition of PV modules with eagle eyes
The idea behind COSIMA: First of all, determine as accurate a picture as possible of the condition of individual PV modules. To do this, a drone automatically flies over the system and uses a high-performance camera to check its performance. The software used in this process delivers concrete and reliable recommendations. This innovative approach can be applied worldwide.
Intensive Tests: Bereits 56 Drohnenflüge
Um Erfahrungen zu sammeln, wie die Daten optimal erfasst werden können und um Material für die Erprobung der Software zu erhalten, wurden bis August 2020 bereits 56 Flüge verschiedener Photovoltaikanlagen durchgeführt.
Das voraussichtliche Projektende ist Juni 2021.