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Dynamic path optimization and multi-objective decision-making for photovoltaic tracking systems using deep

Zhenzhen Qu1, Qing Wang2

  • 1Aeronautical Engineering College, Jinhua University of Vocational Technology, Jinhua, 321000, China. zhenzhen.juvt@gmail.com.

Scientific Reports
|May 28, 2026
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This study introduces a deep reinforcement learning (DRL) framework to optimize photovoltaic (PV) tracking systems. The intelligent system enhances power generation efficiency and reduces equipment wear for improved stability.

Keywords:
CDDPG algorithmDDPG algorithmDeep reinforcement learningDynamic path optimizationMulti-objective decision makingPhotovoltaic tracking system

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Area of Science:

  • Renewable Energy Engineering
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Control Systems

Background:

  • Photovoltaic (PV) tracking systems face challenges in optimizing efficiency, equipment wear, and environmental adaptability under dynamic conditions.
  • Existing control strategies often struggle with balancing these conflicting objectives, leading to suboptimal performance and increased maintenance.
  • Intelligent optimization is crucial for advancing PV technology and maximizing energy yields.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and validate a deep reinforcement learning (DRL)-based intelligent optimization framework for photovoltaic (PV) tracking systems.
  • To synergistically optimize power generation efficiency, equipment wear, and environmental adaptability.
  • To address limitations of traditional control methods in dynamic PV tracking applications.

Main Methods:

  • Constructed a 37-dimensional state-space multi-objective decision process model integrating solar irradiance, PV panel status, environmental parameters, and historical data.
  • Developed an entropy-weighted multi-objective reward function to balance conflicting optimization goals.
  • Implemented an improved Deep Deterministic Policy Gradient (CDDPG) algorithm with periodic decay learning rate, prioritized experience replay, and parallel training.

Main Results:

  • Achieved an average 12.3% increase in power generation efficiency compared to PID, Q-learning, and original DDPG.
  • Reduced equipment wear by 18.7%, with only 0.08 mm gear wear after six months.
  • Demonstrated decision latency under 8ms, 3.2% performance degradation under ±5% noise, and minimal generation decay (2.1% over 6 months, 3.5% cross-season).

Conclusions:

  • The proposed DRL framework offers a robust solution for intelligent PV tracking system optimization.
  • The framework significantly enhances energy generation efficiency and reduces equipment wear, leading to cost savings.
  • It provides improved stability and adaptability for PV tracking systems in diverse and dynamic environmental conditions.