A review of photovoltaic water pumping system designing methods, control strategies and field performance

Photovoltaic water pumping system (PVPS) is an important and promising application of solar energy systems especially in remote areas. In this review paper, research work on PVPS modeling, reliability, feasibility, field performance, design procedures and control strategies is analyzed and reported. In addition, technical challenges to this science are concluded in this review. According to the results, the numerical method is recommended for...