Design rules for Solar Power
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kWp = daily load (kWh) / (PSH x PR), e.g. 450 kWh / (4.5 x 0.8) = 125 kWpAnnual yield ≈ kWp x PSH x 365 x PRBattery kWh = load x autonomy / DoDDC cable voltage drop ≤ 1.5%Area ≈ 6–7 m² per kWp
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