ADVANCED INVERTER TECHNOLOGY POWERS A BRIGHTER RENEWABLE FUTURE

From hybrid inverters to AI-driven technologies, the innovations are redefining energy production and consumption in unimaginable ways.

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As the world increasingly turns toward renewable energy to combat climate change and achieve sustainability, inverters have become central to managing the smooth integration of solar power into the grid. Traditionally considered a simple device to convert DC to AC, modern inverters have evolved into sophisticated systems that manage energy efficiently, stabilise grids and play a crucial role in power generation from renewable sources. From hybrid inverters to AI-driven technologies, these innovations transform energy production and consumption in unimaginable ways. Let us take a closer look at the advancements in inverter technology and how the companies in the sector are leading the charge.

Power Factor Correction and Hybrid Inverters

Power factor correction (PFC) is a fundamental engineering concept that often goes unnoticed but is crucial for efficient grid functioning. A poor power factor leads to unnecessary energy losses and places an added burden on grid infrastructure. “When the power factor is low, you are drawing more current than necessary to do the same work, hence reducing losses and burdening the grid and transformer infrastructure,” says Ganesh Moorthi, Chief Technology Officer at Luminous Power Technologies.

Luminous has been at the forefront of this issue by designing solar inverters with a near-unity power factor for hybrid and on-grid systems. This innovative design helps utilities manage voltage levels more effectively, reduce line losses, and provide fewer interruptions, especially in areas with a high concentration of residential solar. Moorthi explains, “At Luminous, we make solar inverters in such a way that they have a near-unity power factor even under dynamic load conditions.”