Simulation of Phase Change Material Absorbers for Passive Cooling of Solar Systems

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Experimental investigation of the performance of a sun tracking photovoltaic panel with Phase Change Material

S. Adibpour et al.

Summary: Photovoltaic power generation is rapidly growing energy source. The efficiency of PV panels can be improved by using Phase Change Materials (PCMs) to reduce the temperature of the panels. Experimental results demonstrate that using PCM for cooling tracking PV panels can increase efficiency.

RENEWABLE ENERGY (2021)

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Soiling of photovoltaic panels in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries and mitigation strategies

Enas Fares et al.

Summary: The use of solar photovoltaic (PV) energy is increasing, particularly in arid regions like the Gulf Cooperation Council, where dust accumulation affects PV efficiency. Concerns about maintenance in such areas have led to research on dust characteristics and the effects on PV performance. Mitigation strategies, including anti-soiling coatings (ASC), are being developed to address these issues.

SOLAR ENERGY MATERIALS AND SOLAR CELLS (2021)

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Evaluation of New PCM/PV Configurations for Electrical Energy Efficiency Improvement through Thermal Management of PV Systems

Abdalqader Ahmad et al.

Summary: This study aims to optimize and control the temperature of PV modules through passive cooling with PCM, enhancing system efficiency and energy generation. Results show that a trapezoid-shaped PCM container outperforms a rectangular one in cooling performance, and insulation increases the amount of PCM needed, depending on the PCM type. The proposed PV/PCM system configuration improves efficiency by 17% and power generation by 14.6% at peak times.

ENERGIES (2021)

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