Solar Array Modeling File for MATLAB/Simulink

This file contains a solar array model developed for MATLAB/Simulink environment, designed to simulate the performance and behavior of photovoltaic systems. The model incorporates key solar array parameters and characteristics, including photovoltaic cell efficiency metrics, array configuration layouts, and electrical interconnection schemes. Through Simulink blocks and MATLAB functions, users can implement algorithms for maximum power point tracking (MPPT), IV characteristic curve generation, and temperature-dependent performance analysis. The model supports parameterization of solar cell properties such as series resistance, shunt resistance, and diode ideality factors, enabling researchers and engineers to optimize system performance and refine design configurations. Additionally, the model facilitates real-time simulation and testing protocols to validate solar array operations under varying environmental conditions, including irradiance levels and temperature fluctuations. The implementation includes callback functions for automated parameter sweeps and data logging capabilities for performance analysis. This modeling toolkit serves as an essential resource for professionals in solar energy and renewable energy research, providing a foundation for system validation, efficiency improvements, and educational demonstrations.