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Maximum Power Point Tracking
Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) is a control algorithm for photovoltaic and wind energy systems that continuously adjusts the electrical load to extract maximum power regardless of changing irradiance and temperature. Without MPPT, a solar panel or wind turbine operates below its power potential due to impedance mismatch with the load. MPPT boosts the annual energy yield by 15-25% depending on system and climate.
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