Abstract: This paper deals with the design and execution of a solar tracker system
dedicated to the PV conversion panels. The proposed single axis solar tracker device
ensures the optimization of the conversion of solar energy into electricity by properly
orienting the PV panel in accordance with the real position of the sun. The operation of the
experimental model of the device is based on a DC motor intelligently controlled by a
dedicated drive unit that moves a mini PV panel according to the signals received from two
simple but efficient light sensors. The performance and characteristics of the solar tracker
are experimentally analyzed