> Keep in mind that with series-connected panels, the total voltage is the =
sum
> of the individual panel voltages, but the current through the string is
> limited to the current of the least-illuminated panel. This may be what t=
he

I had considered the current would be limited but that implies that
the shaded panel's resistance is greater than zero.  I accept that the
panels do have a reistance, but if they are partially illuminated and
generating some power them I suspect that resistance would be low.

I have some panels, I should go and measure OC Voltage, CC Current and
Non illuminated Resistance.  Also perhaps voltage across a panel
connected to perhaps a 20 ohm resistor and measure the current and
voltage at various illuminations and plot.

Justin
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