Impact of High Wind Speed on Ground-Mounted Solar PV Projects during Erection

• Impact of High Wind Speed on Ground-Mounted Solar PV Projects during Erection:
  • Loose bolts during module mounting pose a significant risk in high wind conditions.
  • Wind forces can strain the structure, potentially causing:
    • Structural damage.
    • Module damage and misalignment.
    • Increased risk of structural bending or failure.
  • Weather Dependency:
    • Lack of timely wind storm forecasts can heighten the vulnerability.
    • Unpredicted wind storms may result in substantial damage.
  • Case Study:
    • Hurricane Michael, 2018, Houston, Texas:
      • Ground-mounted solar PV projects experienced structural issues due to loose bolts.
      • Emphasized the need for proper bolt tightening to withstand high wind forces.
    • Post-incident:
      • Implementation of enhanced guidelines and technologies to ensure secure ground-mounted solar PV structures

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