COPLASIMON platform will share the link to different DEMOs of the software tools developed in the SerendiPV consortium.

SERENDI-PV focused on improving photovoltaic (PV) system yields by integrating innovative software tools that aid in the design, analysis, and optimization of PV systems. This document provides an overview of the software tools made available by various partners, describes the process by which information was collected. Some of the versions of these tools are published as demos on the SERENDI-PV platform and, by cliking on the windows, you can access to the documentation and the resources to test the software tools.

Software Tools Overview

The SERENDI-PV platform features a range of software tools designed to support different aspects of PV system development. 

Developers of software are invited to complete this list with their own solutions and as of now can contribute by answering the following survey : https://forms.gle/skvqgJNiP7Qnu3KfA

Below is an overview of the key characteristics provided by the partners:

General informationFeaturesEnvironmentDefinition of the PV systemPerformance modellingUncertainty analysisEconomicsFeatures – Exports
NameCategoryLast updateSoftware publisherCountryCommercialisation modeSource codeLanguagesGrid-connected projectsSelf-consummptionOffgrid projectsPumpingHorizon maskTerrainSurroundingsMeteoImports3D modelling of the PV plantModules databaseInverters databaseModules/Inverters sizingCabling designTrackersImportsSimple 2D (no shadings)Simple 2D (infinite row shadings)Shadings from 3D modelPV performance modelSpatial resolutionTemporal resolutionBifacial modellingImportsPXXProfitability analysis (NPV, IRR, LCOE)ReportLayoutSingle line diagramOther
Archelios PROOnline2024Trace Software InternationalFranceAnnual subscriptionProprietary10YesYes
Collective self-consumption in development
YesYesAutomaticSRTM data worldwide
Digital Terrain Model from IGN in France
Digital Surface Model from IGN in France
3D modelling in Sketchup (plugin)
Simplified online 3D modeler
Data from Meteonorm embedded
Import of many formats possible (monthly data and TMY)
Meteo : Import of many formats possible (monthly data and TMY), PVGIS webservice
Horizon file import
Yes, in Sketchup, Revit or
in online 3D editor
Automatic layout of tables of modules
YesYesProposal of valid configurations; check of validity indicatorsYes, definition of the cabling between the modulesYes, 1 axis HzImport project files from K2 Base and SMA Sunny DesignYesNoYesEquivalent circuit 1 or 2 diodeModuleHourly2D View Factor (3D VF in development)Import of load profiles (self-consumption studies)Yes – normal distributionsYesYes, PDF and csv formatsYes: geojson, dxf, kml formatsYes: PDF, dxf, png formatsa3d: archelios PRO proprietary format
arcsol: proprietary format for archelios CALC (electrical sizing according to IEC and french standards)
TRIFACTORSStand-alone2024CEAFranceNoneProprietaryEnglishYesNoNoNoImport??GHI and Tamb timeseriesxls, csv, mat filesYesNoNoNoNoYesNoNoNoYesEquivalent circuit 1 or 2 diodeDefined by userSub-hourly2D View FactorFlash test of moduleNoNoYes, mat and csv formatsYes, mat filesNo 
ASPIREStand-alone2023CEAFranceLifetime licenceProprietaryEnglishYesNoNoNoNANANANAIRT and RGB imagesNoNoNoNANANomodule datasheetNoNoNoNACellNANA NoNoYes, csv fileon tool interfaceNAlocation of defect, type of deect, power loss
ProSzierOnline2024MyLight150FranceFreeProprietaryFrenchYesYesNoNo            Yes   SystemMonthly   YesPDF   
Solargis EvaluateOnline2024SolargisSlovakiaAnnual subscriptionProprietary17YesNot yetNot yetNot yetAutomaticMultiple Terrain and Surface models + custom terrainsBuildings, Linear shading objectsBuilt in Solargis TMY and time series 15 min (up to 30 years)not yetYes, online 3D interactive environment, generative power plant designYesYesProposal based on STC, string size wizard will come laternot yetYes, 1 axis horizontalImport KML for segments, restricted areas and restricted linesNoNoYesEquivalent circuit 1 or 2 diodeCellSub-hourlyRay TracingNot yetNot yetNoSigned PDF, CSV, JSON and other export formatsNot yetNot yetSolargis data in csv and json format
LuSimOnline2024LuciSunBelgiumIn-house ConsultingProprietaryEnglishYesNot yetNot yetNot yetImportImport from other tools/formatsImport from other tools/formatsImport from other tools/formatsImport from other tools/formatsFull 3D modelling + Import from other tools/formatsNoNoProposal based on STC and typical local operating conditionsYes. Default STC or cabling key parametersYes. Most of the tracking configurationsImport typical modules and inverter data filesYesYesYesEquivalent circuit 1 or 2 diodeCellSub-hourly3D View FactorTypical uncertainty dataYes – other type of distributionsYesPDF, CSV, JSONNot yetNot yetNA