Sky Cam Vision™ is Reuniwatt’s innovative visible sky imager, developed for the tracking and forecasting of the cloud cover. The use of the fisheye technology enables a complete observation of the cloud ceiling.
Advanced cloud observation features
Advanced cloud observation features
With its visible spectrum camera, weatherproof aluminium-sealed housing and embedded computer, Sky Cam Vision is an innovative visible sky imager developed by Reuniwatt for the tracking and forecasting of the cloud cover.
Combining visible observation and machine learning
Combining visible observation and machine learning
Reuniwatt develops several software services enabling advanced analysis of the cloud cover which can be used for solar energy forecasting or meteorological observations.
Adaptable product for various conditions
Adaptable product for various conditions
Born under the sun and sea sprays of the coast of Reunion Island, Sky Cam Vision was built for outdoor use under harsh climatic conditions.
Methodology
The Sky Cam Vision’s embedded mini-PC together and data storage device perform a local processing of the images and a global horizontal irradiance (GHI) sensor captured by the camera, and is used for verification of the forecasted data. Continuous cloud information and the system status will be forwarded to the user. Using a CMOS sensor, it has a a 360°x180° field of view obtained thanks to a fish-eye lens, and delivers images with 4.2 Mpx resolution. The equipment is suitable for harsh climatic conditions and withstands temperatures from -20°C to +50°C.
As a complimentary solution to Sky InSight™, some of Sky Cam Vision’s software services have been specifically developed to get the most of its cloud imaging capability for cloud studies or solar forecasting applications. The irradiance forecasts are provided through Reuniwatt’s InstaCast™ service, which combines image processing with machine learning techniques to guarantee the best adaption to the site’s specific conditions. The forecasts can be computed locally and sent to the SCADA or power plant controller via Modbus, for integration into the plant’s control scheme – completely offline, if necessary, to serve even the most remote projects.
- Whole sky in sight: 360° high-resolution images of the cloud ceiling thanks to a fisheye lens
- Solid hardware: Our reliable hardware has been tested in harsh conditions and requires reduced maintenance, with high resitance to dust, corrosion and rainfall
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