Journal of the Korean Society for Advanced Composite Structures (복합신소재구조학회 논문집)

Korean Society for Advanced Composite Structures (한국복합신소재구조학회)
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Development of the Floating Type Photovoltaic Energy Generation System

부유식 태양광 에너지 발전시설의 개발

  • 최훈 (홍익대학교 토목공학과) ;
  • 주형중 (홍익대학교 토목공학과) ;
  • 남정훈 (홍익대학교 토목공학과) ;
  • 윤순종 (홍익대학교 토목공학과)
  • Received : 2010.01.31
  • Accepted : 2010.03.02
  • Published : 2010.03.31
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Abstract

In this paper, we present the result of investigations pertaining to the development of the floating type photovoltaic energy generation system. Pultruded FRP has superior mechanical and physical properties compared with those of conventional structural materials. Since the FRP has an excellent corrosion-resistance and high specific strength and stiffness, the FRP material may be highly appreciated for the development of the floating type photovoltaic energy generation system. In the paper, we discussed the development concepts of the floating type photovoltaic energy generation system, briefly. The mechanical properties of the FRP structural member used in the development are investigated through the tensile and compression tests. Test results are used in the finite element analysis and the design of the system. In addition, bolted connections of the members are briefly discussed and the strengths of FRP bolted connections are estimated based on the results of experiments. The experimental results are compared with the finite element analysis results and discussed briefly. The floating type photovoltaic energy generation system is designed, fabricated, and installed successfully in site.

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