Introduction: DIY Miniature Solar Tracker
In this project I will show you how to create a solar tracker which like the name implies can follow the movement of the sun throughout the day. And at the end I will show you the energy harvest difference between a solar tracker mounted solar panel and a flat mounted solar panel. Let's get started!
Step 1: Watch the Video!
The video gives you all mandatory information about the solar tracker. During the next steps though I will give you some additional information.
Step 2: Order Your Components!
Here you can find a parts list with example seller (affiliate links):
Aliexpress:
1x Arduino Nano: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dUVUQIV
2x SG90 Servo: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dVGfXVr
4x Photoresistor: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_d6Sv4PX
4x 1kohm Resistor: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dZa9b9X
Ebay:
1x Arduino Nano: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...
2x SG90 Servo: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...
4x Photoresistor: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...
4x 1kohm Resistor: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...
Amazon.de:
1x Arduino Nano: https://amzn.to/2KDRt5r
2x SG90 Servo: https://amzn.to/2lHKJoG
4x Photoresistor: https://amzn.to/2Kz7Gpb
4x 1kohm Resistor: https://amzn.to/2lIp1kD
Step 3: 3D Print the Solar Tracker Parts!
Here you can find the utilized model on thingiverse: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:708819
And here you can also download the remaining part that I created by myself.
Step 4: Create the Circuit and Upload the Code!
Here you can find the schematic and code for the project. Feel free to use it to create your own solar tracker.
Attachments
Step 5: Success!
You did it! You just created your own Solar Tracker!
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