Design and Development of a Solar System for Irrigation
Student: Friday Atalegebe Aigberadion (Project, 2025)
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State
Abstract
This project focused on designing and development of a solar system for irrigation system aimed at providing a sustainable and cost-effective solution for managing agricultural water needs. The primary goal was to create an affordable system powered by solar energy and evaluate its effectiveness. Materials were carefully chosen to strike a balance between cost durability, and performance. Key components included polycrystalline silicon solar panels, tubular lead-acid batteries, a hybrid inverter, and an AC water pump. When implemented, the system successfully demonstrated its capabilities, efficiently pumping water from a depth of 7.4 meters to an overhead tank situated 4.88 meters above the ground achieving a combined pumping height of 12.28 meters. This work underscores the transformative potential of renewable energy in agriculture, offering farmers a reliable, eco-friendly, and economically viable alternative for irrigation. By harnessing solar energy, the project paves the way for improved productivity and more sustainable forming practices.
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- Redeemers University, Ede, Osun State 4
- Rhema University, Aba, Abia State 11
- Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt, Rivers State 3
- RIVERS STATE UNIVERSITY, PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE 13
- Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State 2
- Saadatu Rimi College of Edu, Kumbotso, Kano State (affiliated To Abu, Zaria) 1
- Salem University, Lokoja, Kogi State 4
- School of Health Information Mgt (Uch, Ibadan), Oyo State 5
- School of Health Information Mgt, Oau Teaching Hospital, Ile-Ife, Osun State 30
- Skyline University Nigeria, Kano, Kano State 2