Dual Axis Solar Tracker - DIY Arduino Powered - How to Assemble
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Open Source Arduino Code and Laser Cutter Files links are posted in the video description.
Over 20 years ago a doctor told me "dude you have aspergers" and I refused to believe it for a long time.
But now I know it for sure because this video got me all excited beyond what's normal and I AM GONNA BUILD THIS TOO.
Thanks for this bro, you got a new subscriber :v
Since the 80's I've wanted to build a dual axis tracker but using bi-metal springs beneath magnifying lenses, allowing the Sun's heat on any spring to pull the tracker back inline keeping it centered on the Sun without electricity, motors, etc.
Can you please send me the measurements of laser cuttings
This tutorial is gold.
A complex for tracking the sun based on the calculation of the data received from the GPS receiver. This system consists of a basic module SOLARSAN-GPS that can work independently and SOLARSAN-SLAVE working only as an executive device. Using SOLARSAN-GPS, you can target solar concentrators, collectors or panels at right angles to sunlight. Control is carried out with the help of actuators or rotary actuators in two planes and has an accuracy of one degree. The module has an input to connect an "anemometer" to protect against strong wind, the input of the "hail and snow sensor" and the input of the "photo sensor" for the sleep mode with low solar activity. Built-in WiFi module allows you to configure the tracker through the WEB page over a local network or through an access point. The built-in MQTT broker allows you to manage and receive data via the Internet network around the world. Power supply from 12V to 30V (and version HV with power from 12V to 55V). Protection by current. Short circuit protection. Built-in radio modem 433.92 (315.00) MHz with a capacity of 100 mW for data transmission in a radius of up to 100 meters to the SOLARSAN-SLAVE modules. Works both in one and two axes. The IP66 enclosure allows you to install a solar tracker under the open sky.
@Brown Dog Gadgets I ask for the wood pattern / link link. please answer.
You can find the laser cutter files on our GitHub post. It's "Solar Tracker V2.svg"
github.com/BrownDogGadgets/SolarTracker/tree/master/Dual%20Axis%20Tracker
Avoids soldering to lower the barrier for entry into project, laser cuts all wood using tools much harder for the home DIYer to get their hands on than a soldering iron.
hai. i followed it step by step. but, i have a problem.
my motor servo doesn't move like the video. it is not tracking the light. maybe the voltage is low. i using external power supply for the motors. and still not tracking the light. what should i do? may the motors is wrong? or the coding? thank you
Just wondering, how much power will you get out of this setup on a really bright and sunny day? Would it be much more effective to just align a single axis solar panel to a known coordinate system? Really appreciate the help guys
Can you use the solar cell's output as orientation data? Like pan left-right until the maximum output is found, then pitch up-down until maximum is found again, if voltage drops more than like 10%, rescan.
No. If its scanning and a cloud moves in front of the sun, it will be confused.
Cool Project. Very tidy design and simple explanation. Would one be able to use this model to control bigger panels, to listen basically what it does and to follow it? if so how?
Since it is a solar panel, is it possible to attach alight to the solar panel so when it detects the light the light bulb will turn on.
Friend, it turns completely to the other side? I say the sensor side? It rotates 360 degrees horizontally, it is clear in the video, but it rotates 180 degrees vertically?
Are the joints/servos stable when no power is applied? This might not add very much energy gathering capability over a static, south facing panel if the panels have to constantly power the servos.
Very interesting ,but check out this Arduino solar tracker for a different angle.
What about wind protection?
Sorry sir, can u have this projects code for stepper motor, 2 ldr sensors with motor driver l298n using arduino uno?
I did all the steps perfectly and make sured that connections are correct many times...but problem is it is not tracking light...even if I removed the ldr pins it's rotating in one direction...can you help with this
Great work !!!
It's amazing.......thanks a lot for sharing:)
So instead of using port 9 & 10 for the motor control, I want to use servo port 0 & 1 on my motor controller shield, what changes do I need to make to the sketch in order to do so?
Nice idea, but is it scalable up for something that is actually useful?
Bro I am not getting the lasercut plz help me out
Works great with my iphone flashlight but . . . .Locks up in the Sun. I assume the light sensors are not compatible with direct solar/sunlight?
It should work great in the sun, but you may be getting so much light that it will take time to see it move since the sun moves very slowly.
Nice project, thanks for sharing
Very nice job.
$100 . O.o does it track the sun or just a flash light? I noticed some of these photo diodes they act up with direct sun light.
Hi,
The sensors are placed on the top and are separated by shadowing surfaces? I mean...you don't have LDR's on your panel, right? All fours are situated in that yellow package from the north, right? If you focalise the light on your panel, it shouldn't move, correct? I'm asking this because I have to implement such kind of 2 axis solar tracker and I don't know where should I place the four LDR's :) and I read they will have to be separated by some opacque surface and I don't get the deal very well...maybe there's someone that can enlighten me..thanks in advance!
But that size solar panel wouldn't even be enough to power the arduino. Doesn't that beat the point?
can you put all of the tools and materials in the description.
please tell us about the size and measures of laser cut files?
Do you have example of it outside tracking sun?
What if we put the LDRs at the four corners of the solar panel?
It will still work with same code right?
hi there...i need to make a similar project...but thats to detect LED light source...do i need to change the coding to do that?..and what did you use as the power supply?
thanks
will u give the clear measurement of the wood piece of this project
What is the green thing on sensor module? Is it included on the package or do i have to find one?
ANyone Help!! Is it possible to use LM35 temperature sensors in place of the LDRs? And how does it affect the code in adruino
sir i have a question what is the distance between two LDR ,plz tell the answer quickly
why did you put the LDRs at very close position, isnt better to put each at each corner of the solar panel?
Ease of wiring. Thats also why we have the divider.
@@BrownDogGadgets I ask for the wood pattern / link link. please answer.
hi,is it possible to scale this project up so as to rotate a full size panel (i.e. something like a 120W panel)?cheers,Ross
Can please send the link to download the design of that wood boards
did you get the link if you get plz send it hazemabbassi1995@gmail.com
where I have to connect the solar panel and the voltmeter? I have the v2 of this project
You can achieve the same result with a couple of op-amps and some hysteresis. No microcontroller required.
can someone list what are the things we need to do this?
Hey, can this be used to power another motor, say a water pump?
is it possible to get laser cutting wood only?
Can this project be done with SG90 Servo?
where is the Laser cute fıle. i didnt find. please help me
can you use it for storing data and etcetera?
Sir plz could send a video connecting jumper to arduino more slower and clear
Connecting one by one
I need the code immediately.please help me..and what charges is required for the code only?please answer.
sir is it ok if i use a version 5.0 sensor shield? is the connection still the same...i hope for your kind response
You guys are awesome thanks for sharing this,and digital volt meter is for output what will be the connection of that?
hi I use normal DC motors any problem please replay sir
Any problems with using 22k resistors
Will it work in a bedroom on a self?
I have made according to our information but my servo speed is very slow please help me fast
What kind of material is it made of?MDF?
Plz i want the graph of this kit componant to cut it on lasser cutter .. Thanks for this info .. :))
Hmm what do you do when its raining .....
I don't think it can stand the rain.
I need the code.
How many sizing every part, like to (PxLxT) in cm ?
do you also need to code anything?
Thanks for the video...that's really cool.but how can i get the codes to operate the circuit?would you provide any link?
Will this work with it 10x bigger with bigger motors?
Is the "Design Files - Bottom" broken?
i checked the website but could not see the codes, please how do i find it
Nice project but do u need arduino to biuld that device
Damn, the music slaps! What is the title of this track?
please can you send me the circuit diagram & program for this, and list of all what you're use on this project
do you delivery your website objects to other contries
Im using Avasva instructions to make it and I do it already :)
Please which arduino shield u use for this project, can i have the reference ty
This is the shield we use: www.browndoggadgets.com/products/custom-arduino-shield-and-custom-sensor-mount-set
actually sir what is the main parts we have to buy???? can i contact you personally???
Que arduino sheld você esta usando integrado com o arduino uno?
The arduino code is included in the kit ?
Hi trying to build this project, kinda new to Arduino, trying to trouble shoot
1 servo motor which is buzzing / chatter, I did swap servo plugs around from 9 to 10 and 10 to 9, chatter happens only on 9, don't know if something in code needs to be fixed or it's interference. what do you mean by removing 2 screws as I get the chatter with out the structure.
my servos say they are analog not digital as I understand digital chatter alot
I am not 100% sure but I think the chatter is due to the motor not having enough torque / power.
Can someone help me here as I'm not sure weather it's motors or script, I have made this, it kinda works
need someone to help me understand this script to limit the degrees of tilt / shift / movement.
I assume it's these lines
int servoh = 90; // 90; // stand horizontal servo
int servohLimitHigh = 180;
int servohLimitLow = 65;
// 65 degrees MAX
Servo vertical; // vertical servo
int servov = 90; // 90; // stand vertical servo
int servovLimitHigh = 120;
int servovLimitLow = 15;
How i can get this project...? If you like to share with me
I could not find the laser files for cutting the individual pieces of wood.
Cecil D. Blount if you got them please tell me as well
Can you please explain me what does this statement means "if(-1*tol >dhoriz || dhoriz>tol)" ?
tol (tolerance) is 50
dhoriz (horizontal difference) is difference between avl (average value left) and avr (average value right)
dhoriz can be either negative or positive so the tolerance should be set on both sides.. ok?
so if dhoriz is lower than negative tolerance OR higher than positive... do something with that axis, else keep on looping
nice and simple piece of code...
So Cool!
how much cost is needed to complete this project
what plywood do you use?
Thank You
And where I can bye those
how much energy this tracker consume?
solar panel watt is about .?
where can i get the plans?
this is so cool
Do you have the code thats you used for this project?
nice setup. but I prefer a time based tracking system. I can imagine the arduino is over kill, if I were to build a time based tracker.
Not ideal. This can be place anywhere without any pre-setup.
What weight cell can it take? Can this unit be able to control a 2 foot by 1 foot solar cell and track the Sun?
No. Not at all. It can handle the weight of itself and that panel, nothing more.
Do you have plans for a bigger functional (non-science project) one? - this is cool for middle school science fair apps though!!!!
Where can I find the code on the website?
tools and materials?
How much weight can the servo motor handle ?
500g
Kill the music :( Why do you need music if you are going to talk :( Sure you did not listen to that music while you filmed this, so why do we need to listen to it :(
Sir Its Really Nice one When did I get this Tracker If I ordered today
Can the solar panel power the arduino?