Next Steps
Now that you’ve learned how to set up and run your first simulation, view results, and save your work, you’re ready to advance your use of SunSolve Yield.
What you do next depends on how you plan to use SunSolve. The SunSolve Yield tutorial library contains a full range of videos covering basic workflows, system modelling, integrations with other tools, and advanced physical modelling topics. Here are some especially helpful ones:
Learn More About Simulation
Section titled “Learn More About Simulation”Introductory videos:
- “Running your first simulation in SunSolve Yield” – sets up and runs a baseline simulation.
- “Setting more system inputs in SunSolve Yield” – explores additional system configuration options.
- “Loading weather from CSV in SunSolve Yield” – shows how to import weather files from different sources.
Interest in string-level or AC-side performance?
- “Using SunSolve Yield to solve AC” – examines how to model cell-to-cell and module-to-module mismatch and AC output.
Applications
Section titled “Applications”SunSolve Yield can be applied for specialised workflows:
- “Using SunSolve Yield to determine bifacial inputs for PVSyst” – shows how to calculate correction factors for bifacial systems in PVSyst.
- “Automated PVSyst Correction Factor Generation in SunSolve Yield” – newest workflow for streamlined factor calculation.
- “How to simulate spatially varying albedo” – learn how to model non-uniform ground reflectivity in SunSolve Yield using custom objects and material settings.
Theory and Background
Section titled “Theory and Background”For those interested in the underlying modelling details:
- “Differences between advanced and conventional models in bifacial yield simulations” – a deep dive into physical modelling mechanisms.
- “The influence of wind and module tilt on the operating temperature of single-axis trackers” – explores advanced thermal modelling for trackers.
Technical Reference Guide
Section titled “Technical Reference Guide”This website also hosts the SunSolve Technical Reference, covering every model, algorithm, and assumption behind the software. Use it to understand how specific calculations are implemented and to support rigorous simulation workflows.
Expert Support
Section titled “Expert Support”SunSolve Yield is a powerful tool, and interpreting detailed simulations can require experience. As part of your subscription, you have access to our expert support team (PhD-level simulation and PV specialists) who can help with project setup, result interpretation, custom modelling, and workflow integration. Contact us at support@pvlighthouse.com.au — we’re ready to support your success.