Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to an adaptable self-cleaning solar energy generation system that is developed to autonomously adjust to environmental variables such as sunlight orientation and water level fluctuations, while also maintaining its energy-collecting surfaces in optimal condition by performing self-cleaning in response to debris or contaminant accumulation, thereby ensuring consistent and efficient energy conversion over time with minimal human intervention.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] When solar panels are installed over water, like on oceans, lakes or reservoirs, they often sit on fixed structures that can’t move or adapt to changing sunlight or weather. Over time, dust, leaves, and other debris settle on the panels, blocking sunlight and making them less effective. Cleaning these panels usually means sending someone out by boat with a brush or hose, which takes a lot of time and effort. If the water is rough or the weather changes, it becomes even harder and sometimes unsafe to do the job. The panels also need to be at the right angle to catch the most sunlight, but adjusting them is often done by hand, if at all. This kind of setup means people have to constantly monitor and maintain the panels to keep them working well, which isn’t always easy—especially when the panels are far out or spread across large areas.

[0003] Conventionally, workers use brushes or pressurized water systems to clean panels. However, these tools and systems requires multiple workers, especially on large installations. Also, these tools slow down maintenance schedules. People also use mechanical brushes that are mounted on rails and travel across panel rows on a fixed schedule, and they often include water spray or cleaning solution nozzles for better performance. But these frequent servicing to prevent downtime. Also, these fails to adapt to sloped or floating panels.

[0004] WO2024048936A1 discloses a solar panel self-cleaning device and method. The solar panel self-cleaning device according to an embodiment of the present invention may comprise: a rotor; a plurality of stators; an energy generation unit for generating mechanical energy into electrical energy, the mechanical energy being generated by friction between the rotor and the plurality of stators as the rotor rotates due to wind; and a cleaning unit located on the solar panel, generating an electric field by using the generated electrical energy, and cleaning impurities from the surface of the solar panel by using the electric field.

[0005] CN119336065A discloses a solar panel cleaning system, which includes an environment perception module, a central control module, an execution module, and a communication and feedback module; the environment perception module is used to obtain environmental information and solar panel status, capture details of the solar panel surface, and determine the location of the drone; the environment perception module transmits the collected data to the central control module, providing a decision-making basis for it; the central control module is used to process the data collected by the environment perception module, formulate a flight path and a cleaning strategy, and control the flight attitude of the drone; the communication and feedback module is used to realize data transmission and command reception between the drone and the ground control station; the execution module is used to execute the command of the central control module to complete a specific cleaning task. The present invention adopts innovative drone technology to realize the automatic and intelligent cleaning of solar panels.

[0006] Conventionally, many systems have been developed that are capable of cleaning solar panels. However, these systems are incapable of scaling its energy harvesting capacity, based on real-time energy demand or operational conditions. Additionally, these existing systems also fail in identifying and responding to physical wear or damage of the panels.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a system that requires to be capable of dynamically scaling its energy harvesting capacity, based on real-time energy demand or operational conditions. In addition, the developed system also needs to identify and respond to physical wear or damage, and providing timely alerts for corrective action and reducing downtime.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION

[0008] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art.

[0009] An object of the present invention is to develop a system that is capable of performing self-cleaning operations upon detection of surface contamination, thereby maintaining energy collection efficiency without requiring manual intervention.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a system that is capable of autonomously adjusting its orientation in response to the position of the sun, in order to maximize exposure and enhance energy harvesting efficiency.

[0011] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a system that is capable of adapting to fluctuations in water level or wave activity, ensuring safe operation in dynamic aquatic environments.

[0012] The foregoing and other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0013] The present invention relates to an adaptable self-cleaning solar energy generation system that is capable of facilitating automatic cleaning of solar panels surfaces upon detection of contamination, thus ensuring continued efficiency of energy collection, and eliminating the need for manual intervention.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an adaptable self-cleaning solar energy generation system, comprises of a pair of support rods adapted to be rigidly mounted over a surface in a waterbody, the rods are mounted on the surface by means of screw lifts to facilitate adjustment of height of rods, an accelerometer buoy communicatively linked with the microcontroller detect a height of waves in the waterbody to actuate the screw lifts to lift the solar panels to keeps the solar panels safe from the waves, a scissor arrangement coupled with each of the rods, extending on each side of the rod, a plurality of solar panels mounted between parallel portions of the scissor arrangements, to enable an extension and retraction of the solar panels to deploy a selected number of solar panels for generation of electricity, the solar panels are mounted with the scissor arrangements by means of a tilting arrangement to facilitate a rotation of the panels along two axes for maximizing collection of solar energy, prior actuation of the tilting arrangement a sun sensor is embedded on the rod to detect an angle of incident sunlight, the tilting arrangement comprises a set of three concentrically positioned frames between parallel portions of the scissor arrangement, where inner and middle frame are connected by a pair of laterally positioned first pin joints and outer and middle frame are connected by second pin joints along lateral regions perpendicular to the first pin joints, to enable a dual axis rotation of the panel held in the inner frame, a plurality of dust sensor arranged over the solar panels, detect deposits over the solar panels, and an amphibious cleaning unit, upon communication of the detected deposits, navigates to the solar panels to clean the deposits from the solar panels.

[0015] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the system further includes a GPS (global positioning system) unit provided in each of the rod and the cleaning unit to enable the cleaning unit to locate and navigate the solar panels, the cleaning unit comprises a housing having a rotational buoyant wheel attached with each lateral surface of the housing by means of telescopic links, a plurality of propellers attached with the housing for locomotion of the housing over water, a pair of hinged telescopic bars having elongated plates with suction cups at the ends to enable the cleaning unit to climb onto the panels, a storage chamber is provided within the housing for storage of a cleaning solution, dispensed onto the panels by means of nozzles installed on the housing connected with the chamber, and a motorised rotary brush attached underneath the housing for scrubbing the solar panels, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit, installed on the housing to determine damage to the solar panels, a communication network linked with a microcontroller provided with the rod to generate a notification for a remotely located authority to initiate maintenance, the communication network linked with a microcontroller provided with the rod, receives an electricity demand to accordingly directs the scissor arrangements to extend a number of the solar panels for harvesting solar energy for conversion into electricity, a user interface adapted to be installed with a computing unit, to facilitate communication between the communication network for receiving metrics relating to the system.

[0016] While the invention has been described and shown with particular reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations might be possible that would fall within the scope of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying drawings where:
Figure 1 illustrates a perspective view of an adaptable self-cleaning solar energy generation system;
Figure 2 illustrates a perspective view of a tilting arrangement associated with the system; and
Figure 3 illustrates a perspective view of an amphibious cleaning unit associated with the system.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0018] The following description includes the preferred best mode of one embodiment of the present invention. It will be clear from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to these illustrated embodiments but that the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be seen as illustrative and not limiting. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the claims.

[0019] In any embodiment described herein, the open-ended terms "comprising," "comprises,” and the like (which are synonymous with "including," "having” and "characterized by") may be replaced by the respective partially closed phrases "consisting essentially of," consists essentially of," and the like or the respective closed phrases "consisting of," "consists of, the like.

[0020] As used herein, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” designate both the singular and the plural, unless expressly stated to designate the singular only.

[0021] The present invention relates to an adaptable self-cleaning solar energy generation system that is capable of enabling automatic cleaning of solar panel in order to maintain optimal energy collection, thus removing the need for manual maintenance.

[0022] Referring to Figure 1 and 2, a perspective view of an adaptable self-cleaning solar energy generation system and a perspective view of a tilting arrangement associated with the system are illustrated, respectively, comprising a pair of support rods 101 adapted to be rigidly mounted over a surface in a waterbody, the rods 101 are mounted on the surface by means of screw lifts 102, a scissor arrangement 103 coupled with each of the rods 101, a plurality of solar panels 104 mounted between parallel portions of the scissor arrangement 103, the solar panels 104 are mounted with the scissor arrangements 103 by means of a tilting arrangement 105, the tilting arrangement 105 comprises a set of three concentrically positioned frames 201, 202, 204 between parallel portions of the scissor arrangement 103, where inner and middle frame 201, 202 are connected by a pair of laterally positioned first pin joints 203 and outer and middle frame 204, 202 are connected by second pin joints 205 along lateral regions perpendicular to the first pin joints 203 an amphibious cleaning unit 106 associated with the system.

[0023] The system disclosed herein comprising a pair of support rods 101, specifically designed for rigid mounting over a surface in a waterbody. These rods 101 are typically secured to a fixed surface such as the bed or shoreline of a waterbody, ensuring a stable and firm installation.

[0024] The rods 101 are mounted on the surface via screw lifts 102, which is designed to allow for precise adjustment of the rods 101 height. This arrangement typically involving threaded components, to raise or lower the rods 101 as needed, providing flexibility in positioning. The screw lifts 102 enable controlled, incremental adjustments to ensure the rods 101 are set to the desired height.

[0025] Prior actuation of the screw lifts 102 an accelerometer buoy which is communicatively linked with the microcontroller detect the height of waves within the waterbody. The accelerometer buoy operates by floating on the surface of the waterbody, equipped with an accelerometer sensor that detects vertical motion caused by wave activity. The accelerometer measures the acceleration forces acting on the buoy as it moves with the waves. These data are then converted into corresponding wave height measurements, and are sent to the microcontroller. The microcontroller analyzes the data and detect height of waves in the waterbody.

[0026] As the height of the waves in the waterbody is determined, the microcontroller regulates the actuation of the screw lifts 102 to lift the solar panels 104 to keeps the solar panels 104 safe from the waves. The screw lifts 102 consists of several key components: a threaded screw rod, a nut, a motor, and a housing unit. The screw rod is a long, metal shaft with spiral threads along its length. The nut is fitted over the screw rod, and the solar panel 104 assembly is connected to this nut. When the motor is activated, it rotates the screw rod. As the screw rod rotates, the nut moves along the threads, either upwards or downwards, depending on the direction of rotation.

[0027] This vertical movement adjusts the height of the solar panels 104. The motor is controlled by the microcontroller, which receives real-time wave height data from the accelerometer buoy, allowing the screw lifts 102 to adjust the panels to a safe height above the waves. This ensures accurate, smooth, and stable movement, providing reliable protection for the solar panels 104 against water damage.

[0028] A scissor arrangement 103 coupled with each of the rods 101 is designed to provide additional stability and support to the rods 101. A plurality of solar panels 104 is mounted between the parallel portions of the scissor arrangements 103, which enables the extension and retraction of the solar panels 104. These arrangements 103 allows for the deployment of a selected number of solar panels 104 to generate electricity. The scissor arrangements 103 facilitate the movement of the panels, ensuring that the solar panels 104 are positioned optimally for solar energy capture.

[0029] The scissor arrangements 103 comprises two parallel, pivotally mounted sets of arms, each with multiple interconnected links, forming a crisscross pattern. The arms are designed to move in a linear fashion, with one set of arms positioned above and the other below the panels. When actuated, the arms move in a synchronized manner, either extending or retracting. During extension, the arms pivot at their joints, causing the panels to move from a stowed position to a fully deployed position. The distance between the arms increases, thereby elevating and spreading the panels for optimal exposure.

[0030] In the retraction phase, the arms pivot back, bringing the panels closer together, reducing the space between them and securing the panels in a compact configuration. The movement of the scissor arrangements 103 is controlled via actuators, such as hydraulic pistons or electric motors, designed to extend or retract the scissor arms in a synchronized manner. When activated, the actuators cause the pivoting arms to move, either elevating or lowering the solar panels 104. This movement enables the panels to transition smoothly between a stowed and deployed position. The actuators control the angle and spacing of the panels, ensuring they are securely held in place during both extended and retracted states. The arrangements 103 ensures precise control over the number of panels deployed, optimizing the number of solar panels 104 for electricity generation.

[0031] The solar panels 104 are mounted to the scissor arrangements 103 through a tilting arrangement 105, which permits rotation of the panels along two distinct axes. The tilting arrangement 105 includes three concentrically arranged frames 201, 202, 204 mounted between the parallel portions of the scissor arrangements 103. The inner frame 201, which holds the solar panels 104, is pivotally connected to the middle frame 202 through a pair of laterally aligned first pin joints 203, allowing rotation around a first axis. The middle frame 202 is further pivotally connected to the outer frame 204 by a second set of pin joints 205, positioned along a direction perpendicular to the first pin joints 203, allowing rotation around a second axis. This structural configuration enables the solar panels 104 to rotate along two independent axes, thereby permitting continuous orientation adjustments for enhanced solar energy absorption.

[0032] Prior actuation of the tilting arrangement 105, the microcontroller detects an angle of incident sunlight via a sun sensor that is embedded on the rod 101. The sun sensor comprises of a small window-like structure which embedded with multiple photosensitive units. When the light coming from a direction falls on the rods 101 the photosensitive units that works on the principle of photoelectric effect convert the photons from sunlight into electric currents. Further, the sensor converts the current into digital signals. After that the signals are transmitted to the microcontroller which is further analyses the signal to detect the angle of incident sunlight.

[0033] As the angle of the sunlight is determined, the microcontroller regulates the actuation of tilting arrangement 105 to rotate the solar panels 104 towards the incident sunlight to maximise collection of solar energy. The tilting arrangement 105 functions through coordinated mechanical interaction between three concentrically positioned frames 201, 202, 204 and two sets of orthogonally aligned pin joints 203, 205. The inner frame 201, which holds the solar panels 104, is pivotally mounted to the middle frame 202 via a first pair of pin joints 203 positioned laterally on opposite sides of the inner frame 201. These first pin joints 203 define a first rotational axis. When a rotational input is applied to the inner frame 201, the first pin joints 203 allow the inner frame 201 to rotate relative to the middle frame 202 in a first plane, enabling forward and backward tilting of the panel.

[0034] The middle frame 202 is, in turn, pivotally connected to the outer frame 204 through a second pair of pin joints 205. These second pin joints 205 are positioned along lateral regions that are oriented perpendicular to the first pair of pin joints 203, thereby defining a second, orthogonal axis of rotation. Upon application of a rotational input to the middle frame 202, the second pin joints 205 permit rotation of the middle frame 202 relative to the outer frame 204 in a second plane, enabling lateral tilting of the panel. The interaction between the two sets of frames 202, 204 and pin joints 203, 205 facilitates dual-axis mechanical rotation of the solar panels 104 for orientation adjustment.

[0035] A plurality of dust sensors (preferably 2 to 6 in numbers) is positioned across the surface area of the solar panels 104, each sensor configured to detect the presence and extent of particulate or contaminant deposits accumulated on the panel surfaces. Each dust sensor emits a reference signal—typically optical or capacitive in nature—directed across the surface of the solar panels 104. The sensor continuously monitors the reflected or altered return signal. When dust or particulate matter accumulates on the panel, the return signal is attenuated. The sensor compares the real-time signal against a pre-calibrated threshold. Upon deviation beyond the threshold, the sensor registers the presence of dust. This output is transmitted to the microcontroller for triggering an amphibious cleaning unit 106 to clean the deposits from the solar panels 104.

[0036] Prior actuation of the amphibious cleaning unit 106, a global positioning system (GPS) unit which is integrated within each of the rods 101 and the cleaning unit 106, to enable spatial identification and navigation of the cleaning unit 106 relative to the solar panels 104. The GPS units provide location coordinates to facilitate movement of the cleaning unit 106 across designated areas, ensuring alignment with specific panel positions. This configuration allows the cleaning unit 106 to determine its real-time location with respect to the solar array, enabling systematic traversal and targeted cleaning operations in accordance with pre-defined positional data.

[0037] The GPS unit continuously receives satellite signals containing timestamped location data from multiple orbiting satellites. The unit calculates its exact position by triangulating signals from at least four satellites, determining latitude, longitude, and elevation in real time. The GPS unit embedded in the rods 101 provides fixed location data for the solar panels 104 position, while the GPS unit in the cleaning unit 106 compares its current coordinates to those of the rods 101. Based on this comparison, the cleaning unit 106 calculates direction and distance, then adjusts its movement path to align with the target solar panels 104 area for cleaning. This process repeats to guide navigation.

[0038] Referring to Figure 3, a perspective view of an amphibious cleaning unit 106 associated with the system is illustrated, comprising an amphibious cleaning unit 106 associated with the system, the cleaning unit 106 comprises a housing 301 having a rotational buoyant wheel 302 attached with each lateral surface of the housing 301 by means of telescopic links 303, a plurality of propellers 304 attached with the housing 301, a motorised rotary brush 305 attached underneath the housing 301, a pair of hinged telescopic bars 306 having elongated plates 307 with suction cups 308 at the ends, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 309, installed on the housing 301, a storage chamber 310 is provided within the housing 301, multiple nozzles 311 installed on the housing 301.

[0039] As the cleaning unit 106 locates and navigates the solar panels 104, the cleaning unit 106, comprising a housing 301, is configured to move toward the panels by means of a rotational buoyant wheel 302 operatively connected to each lateral surface of the housing 301 through telescopic links 303. The links 303 are pneumatically actuated, wherein the pneumatic arrangement of the links 303 comprises of a cylinder incorporated with an air piston and the air compressor, wherein the compressor controls discharging of compressed air into the cylinder via air valves which further leads to the extension/retraction of the piston. The piston is attached to the telescopic links 303, wherein the extension/retraction of the piston corresponds to the extension/retraction of the links 303. The actuated compressor allows extension of the links 303 to position the wheel 302 at an appropriate position.

[0040] Simultaneously, the microcontroller regulates the actuation of the wheel 302. Upon activation, the wheel 302 rotates along its axis, generating forward motion. The buoyant structure maintains elevation above the panel surface or any fluid layer, reducing downward pressure during traversal. As the wheel 302 rotate, the cleaning unit 106 is propelled laterally or longitudinally across the panel array. The telescopic links 303 adjust their length to maintain consistent contact and alignment with the surface contour. Rotation direction and speed are regulated to enable controlled, uniform movement during cleaning operations.

[0041] Also, a plurality of propellers 304 (preferably 2 to 6 in numbers) which is operatively attached to the housing 301 of the cleaning unit 106, provides locomotion for the housing 301 over water. The propellers 304 are strategically positioned to facilitate efficient movement of the housing 301, enabling it to traverse the water surface towards the solar panels 104. The configuration of the propellers 304 ensures that the cleaning unit 106 navigate across the designated water body with stability and control.

[0042] Upon activation, the motors coupled with the propellers 304 rotate the propellers 304, generating thrust that propels the housing 301 over the water surface. The direction and speed of movement are controlled by adjusting the rotational speed and pitch of the propellers 304, allowing the cleaning unit 106 to move forward, backward, or turn. The propellers 304 work in tandem to maintain the stability of the unit, ensuring steady and controlled motion. The effective operation of the propellers 304 allows the cleaning unit 106 to navigate the water body with precision, positioning it as required.

[0043] As the amphibious cleaning unit 106 approaches the solar panels 104, a pair of hinged telescopic bars 306, each having elongated plates 307 with suction cups 308 at the ends, enables the cleaning unit 106 to ascend onto the panels. The panels are tilted by actuation of the hinge to enable the cleaning unit 106 to climb onto the panel. The hinge mentioned above is preferably a motorized hinge that involves the use of an electric motor to control the movement of the hinge and the connected component. The hinge provides the pivot point around which the movement occurs. The motor is the core component responsible for generating the rotational motion. It converts the electrical energy into mechanical energy, producing the necessary torque that drives the hinge. As the motor rotates, the motorized hinge tilts and provide appropriate movement to the bars 306.

[0044] The bars 306 are pneumatically actuated, and works in the similar manner as of links 303 mentioned above. On getting actuated the bars 306 extends and positions the plates 307 with suction cups 308 in proximity to the panels to climb onto the panels. The suction cups 308 are used herein are consist of a circular disc which are made of a flexible material mostly rubber with a rounded edge. When the center of the suction cup 308 is pressed against the surface of the panels. The volume of the space between the suction cup 308 and the surface is reduced, that creates a negative pressure to accommodate the amphibious cleaning unit 106 over the panels by creating a partial vacuum inside the cup 308. The pressure difference between the atmosphere on the outside of the cup 308 and the low-pressure cavity on the inside of the cup 308 keeps the cup 308 adhered to the surface of the panels firmly for affixing the amphibious cleaning unit 106 over the panels in a secured manner.

[0045] As the cleaning unit 106 is secured over the panels, the microcontroller actuates the nozzles 311 to dispense a cleaning solution which is stored within a storage chamber 310, onto the panels. The electronic nozzles 311 works by utilizing electrical energy to automize the flow of solution in a controlled flow pattern by converting the pressure energy of a fluid into kinetic energy. Upon actuation of nozzles 311 by the microcontroller, the electric motor or the pump pressurizes the incoming solution, increasing its pressure significantly. High pressure enables the solution to be sprayed out with a high force, thus aiding in cleaning the panels.

[0046] Simultaneously, the microcontroller regulates the actuation of a motorised rotary brush 305 attached underneath the housing 301 for scrubbing the solar panels 104. The motorized rotary brush 305 coupled with a motor which driving its rotation. Upon activation, the motor rotates the brush 305 at a controlled speed, causing the bristles to spin in a circular motion. The rotation is continuous and operates in coordination with the movement of the cleaning unit 106 over the solar panels 104. The bristles of the brush 305 make contact with the panel surface, scrubbing away dust, debris, and other contaminants. The motor’s speed and rotational direction is adjusted to optimize the scrubbing action, ensuring efficient cleaning of the solar panels 104.

[0047] The housing 301 is installed with an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 309 which determine damage to the solar panels 104. The imaging unit 309 disclosed herein comprises of an image capturing arrangement including a set of lenses that captures multiple images of the surroundings and the captured images are stored within memory of the imaging unit 309 in form of an optical data. The imaging unit 309 also comprises of the processor which processes the captured images.

[0048] This pre-processing involves tasks such as noise reduction, image stabilization, or color correction. The processed data is fed into AI protocols for analysis which utilizes machine learning techniques, such as deep learning neural networks, to extract meaningful information from the visual data which are processed by the microcontroller to determine damage to the solar panels 104.

[0049] Upon detection of such damage, the microcontroller regulates a command and synchronously actuates a communication network linked with a microcontroller to generate and transmit a notification to a remotely located authority, thereby enabling the initiation of a maintenance procedure in response to the identified condition.

[0050] Further, the communication network operatively linked with the microcontroller provided with the rods 101 is configured to receive an electricity demand signal, wherein upon receipt of the signal, the microcontroller re-actuates the scissor arrangements 103 to extend a number of the solar panels 104, thereby facilitating the deployment of the panels for the purpose of harvesting solar energy, which is subsequently converted into electricity.

[0051] Furthermore, a user interface adapted to be installed with a computing unit, to facilitate communication between the computing unit and the communication network for the purpose of receiving metrics relating to the system. The user interface is configured to operate in conjunction with the computing unit to enable the receipt, processing, and presentation of the metrics, limited solely to the functionality necessary for communication and data handling pertaining to the system, in accordance with its defined operational parameters.

[0052] In an embodiment of the present invention, if the system detects high wave activity or severe weather conditions, the cleaning unit 106 is programmed to automatically return to the shore, thereby withdrawing from the operational zone. Simultaneously, the screw lifts 102 is directed to elevate the rods 101, resulting in the upward displacement of the solar panels 104 to a raised position above the water level. This elevation serves to prevent exposure of the panels to potential impact or damage from wave action or adverse environmental conditions, thereby preserving the operational functionality of the solar panels 104 array.

[0053] Moreover, a battery is associated with the system for powering up electrical and electronically operated components associated with the system and supplying a voltage to the components. The battery used herein is preferably a Lithium-ion battery which is a rechargeable unit that demands power supply after getting drained. The battery stores the electric current derived from an external source in the form of chemical energy, which when required by the electronic component of the system, derives the required power from the battery for proper functioning of the system

[0054] The present invention works in the best manner, where the pair of support rods 101 adapted to be rigidly mounted over the surface in the waterbody. The rods 101 are mounted on the surface by means of screw lifts 102 to facilitate adjustment of height of rods 101. The accelerometer buoy detects the height of waves in the waterbody to actuate the screw lifts 102 to lift the solar panels 104 to keeps the solar panels 104 safe from the waves. Then the scissor arrangements 103 coupled with each of the rods 101, extending on each side of the rods 101. Plurality of solar panels 104 mounted between parallel portions of the scissor arrangements 103, that enable the extension and retraction of the solar panels 104 to deploy the selected number of solar panels 104 for generation of electricity. And solar panels 104 are mounted with the scissor arrangements 103 by means of the tilting arrangement 105 that facilitate the rotation of the panels along two axes for maximizing collection of solar energy. Prior actuation of the tilting arrangement 105 the sun sensor detects the angle of incident sunlight. The tilting arrangement 105 comprises the set of three concentrically positioned frames 201, 202, 204 between parallel portions of the scissor arrangements 103, where inner and middle frame 201, 202 are connected by the pair of laterally positioned first pin joints 203 and outer and middle frame 204, 202 are connected by second pin joints 205 along lateral regions perpendicular to the first pin joints 203, to enable the dual axis rotation of the panel held in the inner frame 201.

[0055] In continuation, plurality of dust sensor detects deposits over the solar panels 104. The amphibious cleaning unit 106, upon communication of the detected deposits, navigates to the solar panels 104 to clean the deposits from the solar panels 104. The GPS (global positioning system) unit enable the cleaning unit 106 to locate and navigate the solar panels 104. The cleaning unit 106 comprises the housing 301 having the rotational buoyant wheel 302 attached with each lateral surface of the housing 301 by means of telescopic links 303. Plurality of propellers 304 attached with the housing 301 for locomotion of the housing 301 over water. The pair of hinged telescopic bars 306 having elongated plates 307 with suction cups 308 at the ends to enable the cleaning unit 106 to climb onto the panels. The storage chamber 310 is provided with nozzles 311 that dispenses the cleaning solution, onto the panels. Further the motorised rotary brush 305 scrubs the solar panels 104. The artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 309 determine damage to the solar panels 104 to direct the communication network linked with the microcontroller provided with the rods 101 to generate the notification for the remotely located authority to initiate maintenance. Furthermore, the communication network linked with the microcontroller provided with the rods 101, receives the electricity demand to accordingly actuate the scissor arrangements 103 to extend the number of the solar panels 104 for harvesting solar energy for conversion into electricity. Moreover, the user interface adapted to be installed with the computing unit, to facilitate communication between the communication network for receiving metrics relating to the system.

[0056] Although the field of the invention has been described herein with limited reference to specific embodiments, this description is not meant to be construed in a limiting sense. Various modifications of the disclosed embodiments, as well as alternate embodiments of the invention, will become apparent to persons skilled in the art upon reference to the description of the invention. , Claims:1) An adaptable self-cleaning solar energy generation system, comprising:

i) a pair of support rods 101 adapted to be rigidly mounted over a surface in a waterbody;
ii) said rods 101 are mounted on said surface by means of screw lifts 102 to facilitate adjustment of height of rods 101;
iii) a scissor arrangement 103 coupled with each of said rods 101, extending on each side of said rods 101;
iv) a plurality of solar panels 104 mounted between parallel portions of said scissor arrangements 103, to enable an extension and retraction of said solar panels 104 to deploy a selected number of solar panels 104 for generation of electricity, wherein said solar panels 104 are mounted with said scissor arrangements 103 by means of a tilting arrangement 105 to facilitate a rotation of said panels along two axes for maximizing collection of solar energy;
v) a plurality of dust sensor arranged over said solar panels 104, detect deposits over said solar panels 104; and
vi) an amphibious cleaning unit 106, upon communication of said detected deposits, navigates to said solar panels 104 to clean said deposits from said solar panels 104.

2) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said tilting arrangement 105
comprises a set of three concentrically positioned frames 201, 202, 204 between parallel portions of said scissor arrangements 103, where inner and middle frame 201, 202 are connected by a pair of laterally positioned first pin joints 203 and outer and middle frame 204, 202 are connected by second pin joints 205 along lateral regions perpendicular to said first pin joints 203, to enable a dual axis rotation of said panel held in said inner frame 201.

3) The system as claimed in claim 1, a sun sensor is embedded on said rods 101 to detect an angle of incident sunlight, to accordingly trigger said microcontroller to actuate said tilting arrangement 105 to rotate said solar panels 104 towards said incident sunlight to maximise collection of solar energy.

4) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein an accelerometer buoy communicatively linked with said microcontroller detect a height of waves in said waterbody to actuate said screw lifts 102 to lift said solar panels 104 to keeps said solar panels 104 safe from said waves.

5) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein a communication network linked with a microcontroller provided with said rod, receives an electricity demand to accordingly actuate said scissor arrangements 103 to extend a number of said solar panels 104 for harvesting solar energy for conversion into electricity.

6) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said cleaning unit 106 comprises a housing 301 having a rotational buoyant wheel 302 attached with each lateral surface of said housing 301 by means of telescopic links 303, a plurality of propellers 304 attached with said housing for locomotion of said housing 301 over water, and a motorised rotary brush 305 attached underneath said housing 301 for scrubbing said solar panels 104, wherein a pair of hinged telescopic bars 306 having elongated plates 307 with suction cups 308 at the ends to enable said cleaning unit 106 to climb onto said panels;.

7) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein a GPS (global positioning system) unit provided in each of said rod and said cleaning unit 106 to enable said cleaning unit 106 to locate and navigate said solar panels 104.

8) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 309, installed on said housing 301 and integrated with a processor for recording and processing images in a vicinity of said housing 301 to determine damage to said solar panels 104 to actuate said communication network to generate a notification for a remotely located authority to initiate maintenance.

9) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein a user interface adapted to be installed with a computing unit, to facilitate communication between said communication network for receiving metrics relating to said system.

10) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein a storage chamber 310 is provided within said housing 301 for storage of a cleaning solution, dispensed onto said panels by means of nozzles 311 installed on said housing 301 connected with said chamber 310.