@article{MAKHILLJEAS20061212546, title = {Performance Evaluation of a PV Module Using Computer-Aided Ray Tracing Technique}, journal = {Journal of Engineering and Applied Sciences}, volume = {1}, number = {2}, pages = {82-86}, year = {2006}, issn = {1816-949x}, doi = {jeasci.2006.82.86}, url = {https://makhillpublications.co/view-article.php?issn=1816-949x&doi=jeasci.2006.82.86}, author = {M.K. Shamim,S.K. Aditya and}, keywords = {Performance,module,computer aided,tracing technique}, abstract = {The characteristics and performance of solar cells and hence the solar modules have been evaluated using computer aided Ray Tracing Technique. A computer simulation program using programming language C was developed to generate sun rays of various illuminations and allowing the rays to intercept sequentially with the active regions of the solar cells of a module. The results of the simulation provide us with the I-V characteristic curves of the module for different values of temperature. The series resistance, Fill Factor (FF) and the optical efficiency of the module have been determined with a view to sizing of module in Photovoltaic Power System.} }