In this paper, the structural characteristics of the tracking-type floating PV generation system are presented. Moreover, the structural safety of each tracking-type floating PV generation system is estimated from the analytical results obtained by the finite element analyses.

The floating PV generation system is consisted of unit structures linked by the hinge type connection because the effect of bending moment in the structural system loaded due to the unstable movement of water surface can be minimized. In this paper, the investigation and development process of floating PV generation unit structure is presented.

In this paper, we suggest the new floating type photovoltaic energy generation system, which is improved the structural and economical efficiency, compared with the system developed in the previous research. The structural system in new floating type photovoltaic energy generation system reveals better in structural performance.