by Benard Makaa | Oct 10, 2024 | Power, Solar PV
Introduction This project aims to design and implement a 100 kW solar photovoltaic (PV) system to power clean water access and lighting for a medical facility in Kenya. The solution is intended to improve health services by ensuring reliable power for water pumps,...
by Benard Makaa | Oct 9, 2024 | Power, Solar PV
Central inverters play a critical role in utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) installations, converting the direct current (DC) generated by large solar arrays into alternating current (AC) for grid distribution. These inverters are designed to handle high power...
by Benard Makaa | Oct 9, 2024 | Power, Solar PV
Microinverters have emerged as a key component in solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, especially for residential and commercial installations. Unlike traditional string inverters that manage power conversion for multiple solar panels at once, microinverters convert DC to...
by Benard Makaa | Oct 9, 2024 | Power, Solar PV
In the fast-growing world of solar photovoltaic (PV) design, leveraging the right software tools is critical for optimizing project outcomes. Solar PV systems—whether residential, commercial, industrial, or utility-scale—demand precision in design to ensure they are...
by Benard Makaa | Oct 9, 2024 | Power, Solar PV
String inverters are an integral part of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, particularly for small-scale residential, commercial, and industrial (C&I) applications. They are designed to convert the direct current (DC) generated by solar panels into alternating...
by Benard Makaa | Oct 9, 2024 | Education, Power
Power system engineering is a highly technical field that requires robust software tools to model, simulate, and analyze complex electrical systems. As the demand for efficient and reliable power systems grows, so too does the importance of mastering the right...
by Benard Makaa | Oct 8, 2024 | Power
In the field of power systems engineering, access to advanced tools is essential for designing, modelling, and analyzing electrical networks. However, acquiring proprietary software can be expensive, creating a barrier for students, researchers, and professionals....
by Benard Makaa | Oct 8, 2024 | Power
Power engineering is a critical discipline within electrical engineering, focused on the design, operation, and optimization of systems that generate, transmit, distribute, and utilize electrical power. As the world transitions to more sustainable energy solutions,...
by Benard Makaa | Oct 8, 2024 | Education
Electrical Installation: Best Practices and Standards Electrical installation is a critical phase of any electrical project, translating design into a functional and safe system. It involves setting up power sources, wiring, and components like transformers and...
by Benard Makaa | Oct 8, 2024 | Education
Introduction to Electricity Electricity is one of the cornerstones of modern civilization, powering everything from household appliances to industrial machines. It plays a pivotal role in how we live, work, and interact with the world. But to fully understand its...
