Usage of photovoltaics in an automated irrigation system

This study presents the usage of photovoltaic electricity in an automated irrigation system. The experimental setup consists of the controller, control valves, photovoltaic (PV) panels, back up batteries, and sensors. The system is capable of irrigating the fields at a pre-specified time, day/s of t...

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Published in:Renewable energy 2001-05, Vol.23 (1), p.17-26
Main Authors: Al-Ali, A.R., Rehman, S., Al-Agili, S., Al-Omari, M.H., Al-Fayezi, M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
Energy
Equipments, installations and applications
Exact sciences and technology
Natural energy
Photovoltaic conversion
Solar energy
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Summary:This study presents the usage of photovoltaic electricity in an automated irrigation system. The experimental setup consists of the controller, control valves, photovoltaic (PV) panels, back up batteries, and sensors. The system is capable of irrigating the fields at a pre-specified time, day/s of the week, and duration. It can also automatically irrigate the field if the soil is dried below a certain specified value. This type of automated system will optimize the quantity of water required for a particular crop and for a specified area. There are few natural springs of water used for irrigation purposes in the Kingdom. This system will also help in conserving water, besides its other advantages.
ISSN:0960-1481
1879-0682
DOI:10.1016/S0960-1481(00)00110-5