Solar Trackers

Solar trackers are devices that orient solar panels or photovoltaic cells to follow the movement of the sun across the sky. By adjusting the angle of the panels throughout the day, solar trackers maximize sunlight exposure, thereby increasing the efficiency and energy production of solar power systems.

There are two main types of solar trackers: single-axis and dual-axis. Single-axis trackers rotate on one axis, typically oriented north to south, allowing the panels to follow the sun’s east-to-west path during the day. Dual-axis trackers can move on two axes, allowing panels to track the sun’s elevation changes throughout the seasons as well as its daily movement.

Solar trackers are widely used in large-scale solar farms and projects where maximizing energy output is critical. While they can offer higher energy efficiency compared to fixed solar panel installations, they are more complex and expensive, requiring maintenance and control systems to function effectively. The use of solar trackers is a key advancement in solar technology aimed at improving the viability and economic competitiveness of solar energy.