Using Phosphorescence to Increase Solar Panel Output

Overview

Objectives The objective of this project was to observe if phosphorescence can increase the amount of energy we receive from solar panels. Methods In this project, we used a polycrystalline solar panel, glow sticks, a shoebox, a multimeter, and a lamp. We tested the effect of phosphorescence on a solar panel in 4 different situation inside a room. We used a multimeter to track our results. Results The project was tested over multiple days to ensure proper accuracy. V oltages of our 4 different situations was tracked and recorded. Phosphorescence was shown to increase the energy received from the solar panels when the day and night energy outputs were combined. Conclusions Repeated trials of our experiment showed that phosphorescence increased the voltage of the solar panel. When combining the day and night results of the tests, there is a constant pattern in the results. The solar panel with the phosphorescence initially has less energy, but gains voltage over time. This results in us determining phosphorescence is a viable source for improved solar panel efficiency.

Competition history

• CSEF 2019 Alternative Energy (Junior Division Only) · Entry J0206

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