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Yes. However, two bifacial panels should be used, and identical ground cover should be maintained behind the solar panels.
No. The user will need to supply production solar panels (or purchase them from Campbell Scientific) and allow for space on the mounting structure to accommodate the panels.
No. The DustVue sensor must be powered from an independent DC power source.
The DustVue sensor already includes a data logger that can be connected directly to SCADA via Modbus TCP. An additional data logger is not necessary.
Yes. When you are ready to order your DustVue sensor, be sure to request a system that is designed for use with thin-film solar panels.
The clean reference panel used in the soiling measurement must be maintained on a regular basis as dictated by site conditions. Campbell Scientific recommends cleaning the reference panel at the same frequency as the pyranometer(s) at the site.