System Architecture

1. System Elements

a) Module/Array

b) Rack/trackers

c) DC wiring system

d) Max-Power Point Tracking

e) DC to AC Conversion

f) AC wiring and transformers

2. System Architectures

a) Conventional design: Multiple strings connected to inverter with MPPT

b) String-Level MPPT: Multiple strings (with MPPT) connected to inverter w/o MPPT

c) String-Level Inverters: Separate inverter for each string

d) Module-Level MPPT: Each module with MPPT connected in series and parallel to inverter

e) Module-Lever Inverters: Microinverters on each module