PV Market and Applications

What are the main components of a utility-interactive PV system?

• Solar modules and batteries

• Solar modules and inverter

• Inverter and batteries

• Solar modules and transformer

What is the basis for sizing the inverter in a grid-tied PV system?

• The size of the battery

• The size of the PV array

• The amount of sunlight

• The grid capacity

Why do we typically not see batteries installed with interactive inverters?

• Batteries are too expensive

• Batteries are not needed for grid-tied systems

• Batteries are not efficient

• Batteries are not compatible with solar modules

What is the purpose of self-consumption in PV systems?

• To operate when the grid is down

• To store excess power in batteries

• To work when the grid is operating

• To send power to the grid during outages

What is anti-islanding in grid-tied PV systems?

• The ability to operate independently of the grid

• The requirement to disconnect from the grid when it is down

• The process of storing power in batteries

• The ability to send power to the grid during outages

What are utility-interactive inverters?

• Inverters that work independently of the grid

• Inverters that store power in batteries

• Inverters that work with the utility grid

• Inverters that only operate during power outages

What is a microgrid?

• A large grid of electricity

• A small grid of electricity

• A system that stores power in batteries

• A system that operates independently of the grid

What is the main use of stand-alone (off-grid) systems?

• To work with the utility grid

• To store power in batteries

• To fulfill all electricity requirements for remote homes

• To send power to the grid during outages

What does "ac" stand for in AC coupled systems?

• Alternating Current

• Active Current

• Alternate Charge

• Active Charge

Which of the following is NOT a main component of DC coupled systems?

• Solar modules

• Grid-tied inverters

• Charge controller

• Battery