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PVFast - Automated Solar Energy System Design Tool

PVFast is an engineering tool developed for SunPower Corporation to streamline the design of solar energy systems. Built as an AutoCAD add-on, it automates key aspects of the design process, significantly reducing time spent on layouts and calculations while improving accuracy. The tool is primarily used by engineers and solar system designers to transition efficiently from initial design to implementation.

Key Features
Automated Panel Layout
Ensures precise placement of solar panels, adhering to technical and electrical connection rules.
Environmental Load Calculations
Assesses wind loads and calculates structural reinforcements required for system stability.
System Productivity Analysis
Provides performance estimates for both individual panels and the entire system, accounting for geographic location, weather, and shading effects.
Cost Estimation
Offers detailed calculations of construction costs based on the proposed design.
Application
Engineering and design of solar energy systems and power plants.
Quick feasibility assessments for project planning.
Enhancing design workflows by reducing errors and optimizing layouts.
ImpactPVFast has reduced project completion times by approximately 30%, providing a reliable framework for solar energy system design. Automated quality checks have minimized errors, contributing to more efficient and precise installations.