Abstract: . . .  support dedicated to the project rather than using whomever is available. Having a large number of systems in a small area minimizes service travel time. Finally, a large project can command lower initial system prices and longer component warranties. Awareness of the importance of PV system reliability to the viability of such systems is the first step towards its improvement. The tools and methods exist to identify and improve system reliability. Accomplishing this task opens the door to even greater use of photovoltaics in the domestic and international markets. REFERENCES 1 Elmer Christensen, Flat-Plate Solar Array Project – Ten Years of Progress, JPL 400-279, October 1985. 2 Southwest Technology Development Institute, Field Experience with Photovoltaic Systems: Ten-Year Assessment, EPRI TR-102138, March 1993. 3 Miles Russell, Frequency of Problems in Over 100 GridTied PV Systems, 1997 PV Systems Performance and Reliability Conf., Las Cruces NM, August 5-6, 1997. 6  . . .
. . .  Finally, a large project can command lower initial system prices and longer component warranties. Awareness of the importance of PV system reliability to the viability of such systems is the first step towards its improvement. The tools and methods exist to identify and improve system reliability. Accomplishing this task opens the door to even greater use of photovoltaics in the domestic and international markets. REFERENCES 1 Elmer Christensen, Flat-Plate Solar Array Project – Ten Years of Progress, JPL 400-279, October 1985. 2 Southwest Technology Development Institute, Field Experience with Photovoltaic Systems: Ten-Year Assessment, EPRI TR-102138, March 1993. 3 Miles Russell, Frequency of Problems in Over 100 GridTied PV Systems, 1997 PV Systems Performance and Reliability Conf., Las Cruces NM, August 5-6, 1997. 6  . . .
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