Data logging and monitoring tools used for simulation and modelling of a solar system

Abstract The topic detailed in this paper is a data acquisition and monitoring system. The current applications of this system are mainly related to solar energy. The acquisition system was based on ADAM 4000 series modules. These are one-chip microcontroller based modules having analogue and digital inputs and outputs. Choosing these devices the modularity and extendibility of the system are ensured. Furthermore additional electronic boards were developed to fit these modules and the applied sensors or in control cases the switching or controlling circuits. The sensors applied in the system are described along with their calibration methods. The relevant software tools and its options are also explained.