Research Article

Energy Efficient Hybrid Dual Axis Solar Tracking System

Table 4

Comparison of stepper motor power consumption.

Hybrid tracking systemContinuous tracking system
Power consumption
for movement in east to west
Power consumption
for movement in north to south
Power consumption
for movement in east to west
Power consumption
for movement in north to south

0.6 wattAlmost zero ≈ 00.6 watt0.48 watt

Total = 0.6 wattTotal = 1.08 watt

Power saved = 44.44%