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66 articles for “Open circuit”
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Comparative Assessment of Polymers and Composites for Solar Panels: Fundamentals, Performance Metrics, Manufacturing, and Sustainability
Abstract: This paper presents a comprehensive review of the main types of Photo Voltaic polymers and composites such as crystalline silicon (both mono- and poly-Si), thin-film tech (CdTe, CIGS, a-Si), perovskites, and organic/dye-sensitized cells and analyses the parameters such as efficiency, fill factor, open-circuit voltage, temperature response, and degradation. The analysis focusses on polymers and composites and manufacturing techniques like vapor deposition, roll-to-roll printing, and both solution and vapor techniques for …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 120–130 Read article
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Growth of Cu2O on TCO by SILAR method acts as an alternative buffer electrode layer towards the development of organic solar cell
Abstract: In many types of optoelectronic devices, layer of PEDOT: PSS is sandwiched between the indium-tin oxide (ITO) electrode and the active layer. Buffer PEDOT: PSS provides a well- defined work function which is higher than that of ITO (4.2eV), it smooths the ITO surface and so avoids shorts, and it also protects the active layer from ingress of indium or oxygen, leading to longer device lifetimes. The role of PEDOT: …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 20–27 Read article
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Catalytic Performance Improvement in Polymer Derived Nanostructures for Fuel Cell Applications
Abstract: The performance and operational lifetime of PEMFCs are closely linked to the catalytic activity and durability of cathode electrocatalysts. In this research, a polymer-derived cobalt–iron nitrogen-doped carbon (CoFe–N/C) nanostructured catalyst is developed to enhance the ORR performance for PEMFC applications. PAN and melamine serve as nitrogen-rich polymer precursors, while cobalt and iron salts generate highly dispersed metal–nitrogen active sites within a porous carbon matrix through thermal treatment at 900 °C. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 968–979 Read article
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Chlorophyll-Mimicking Ti₃C₂Tₓ MXene-Conjugated Polymer Nanocomposites: Nature-Inspired Exciton Funneling Architecture for Ultrahigh Photon-to-Electron Conversion in Organic Solar Cells
Abstract: Green plant photosynthetic machinery is one of the most efficient natural systems for harvesting solar energy and converting it into useable electronic charge. Specifically, chlorophyll molecules in the Light-Harvesting Complex II (LHC-II) achieve nearly unity quantum yield via a well-organized Förster Resonance Energy Transfer (FRET) mechanism that enables excitons to migrate towards reaction centers. This study presents a bio-inspired nanocomposite architecture using two-dimensional Ti₃C₂Tₓ MXene nanosheets functionalized with chlorophyll-mimicking porphyrin …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 114–130 Read article
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IoT-Connected Transparent Conductive Polymer–Silver Nano-Wire Electrodes for Real-Time Performance Monitoring of Flexible Solar Panels
Abstract: Flexible photovoltaic technologies have emerged as promising energy harvesting solutions for wearable electronics, portable power systems, and Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled smart devices. However, the limited mechanical durability of conventional transparent conductive electrodes and the lack of integrated real-time monitoring restrict their long-term reliability. This study presents an IoT-connected transparent conductive polymer–silver nanowire (PEDOT:PSS–AgNW) hybrid electrode for flexible solar panels, combining high optoelectronic performance with continuous wireless performance monitoring. The …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 · pp. 1–18 Read article
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Self-Powered Piezoelectric Nano-Polymer Networks with Embedded Wireless Nodes for Distributed IoT Sensor Platforms
Abstract: Self-powered sensing systems are emerging as a promising solution for next-generation distributed Internet of Things (IoT) platforms, where lightweight, flexible, and low-maintenance devices are required for continuous monitoring. In this work, a self-powered piezoelectric nano-polymer network based on poly-vinylidene fluoride (PVDF) reinforced with BaTiO₃ nanoparticles and multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) was developed for flexible wireless sensing applications. The composite was designed to combine mechanical flexibility, enhanced piezoelectric response, and real-time …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 Read article
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Study of Performance of Photoelectrochemical Cell for Solar Energy Conversion and Storage in Carbol Fuchsin-CTAB-EDTA System
Abstract: Power storage capacity is becoming more necessary as wind and solar power sources rapidly enter the commercial market. The Photoelectrochemical Cell as they are described in the current manuscript are promising energy technologies since they allow for the generation and storage of solar energy. In addition to the requirement for power storage, photoelectrochemical Cell (PEC) are particularly important because these solar devices can produce and store solar power simultaneously. Photoelectrochemical …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 47–55 Read article
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Intelligence Wide Angle Diffuser Relocation for Wind Tunnel
Abstract: A wide angle diffuser is placed between the centrifugal blower and the settling chamber for the open circuit wind tunnel. The cross-sectional area increases so rapidly that separation can only be avoided by boundary layer control. The wide angle diffuser is a means of reducing the length for a given area ratio rather than affecting a pressure recovery. The length of the wide angle diffuser is 3.5 m, area ratio …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 19–22 Read article
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Effect Analysis of Different ETL Layer Thickness in Perovskite (CH3NH3PbI3) Solar Cell Using CuSCN as Hole Transport Layer
Abstract: Thickness of Electron Transport Layer (ETL) shows an important role in terms of stability and efficiency of perovskite solar cells. In this paper, numerical simulation and detailed modeling on perovskite solar cell was carried out using perovskite material such as methyl ammonium lead iodide (MAPbI3, MA= CH3NH3) at various thickness’s of ETL layer using the SCAPS tool. The electrical properties of the “MAPbI3 material” used as active layer for different …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Performance analysis of ETL/Absorber and Absorber/HTL Interface Layer on Perovskite (CH3NH3PbX3, X: I) Solar Cell
Abstract: The effectiveness of perovskite solar cells employing perovskite materials such as methyl ammonium lead tri halide (MAPbX3, MA=CH3NH3, X:I) has been investigated in this research with the use of the SCAPS tool. The electrical properties of the MAPbX3 material utilized for the active layer have been calculated through numerical simulation and modelling for various parameters, including open-circuit voltage (Voc), power conversion efficiency (PCE), fill factor (FF), and short-circuit current density …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 8–14 Read article
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Design and Simulation of Z-Source Inverter Fed Brushless DC Motor Drive Supplied With Fuel Cell for Automotive Applications
Abstract: This paper presents design and simulation of Z-source inverter fed brushless DC motor drive supplied with fuel cell for automotive applications. The brushless DC (BLDC) motor are used due to many advantages such as high efficiency, high torque, high reliability, high-power density, lower maintenance compared to other motors in electric transport applications. The BLDC motor drive is with voltage source inverter (VSI) or current source inverter (CSI) because of low …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 60–71 Read article
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Performance Analysis and study of losses in GaAs Multi Junction Solar cells using Current and Voltage Measurements
Abstract: Cross section coordinated, triple-intersection sunlight based cells with strain repaid quantum spots (QDs) in the GaAs center cell were developed by Metal-Organic Chemical Vapor Deposition (MOCVD). Structures with various quantities of QD layers are contrasted with gauge structures with no QDs. Quantum proficiency and light I-V estimations show an expansion in hamper thickness and debasement of the open circuit voltage for QD sun powered cells. The QDs don't work on …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Effect of Corrosion on Flexural Strength of Reinforced Concrete Beam: An Experimental Study
Abstract: AbstractThe main aim of this experimental study is to investigate the effect of corrosion on reinforced concrete beams, particularly on load deflection behavior, load carrying capacity and crack width by using with or without epoxy coating on the steel surface. Accelerated corrosion technique was adopted to corrode the beam experimentally. The corrosion was measured using the Open Circuit Potential (OCP) measurement instrument. A total of 14 simply supported beam specimens …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Strength Assessment of RCC Beams Subjected to Corrosion
Abstract: The damage assessment of civil structural members is one of the most important and recently emerging fields in engineering. Deterioration of a structure may occur due to a host of factors such as poor workmanship, improper maintenance, atmospheric effects, accidents, natural calamities. Certain causes like environmental effects, natural calamities cannot be controlled. Therefore, durability of concrete structures especially those exposed to aggressive environments is of great concern. Many deterioration causes …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 139–152 Read article
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Interface Engineering of Graphene Multi-Junction InGaP/GaAs/InGaAs/Ge Solar PVC
Abstract: AbstractThe main impediment faced by solar Photo-Voltaic Cell (PVC) is the excitation of charge carriers by high and low energy photons to make them reach the conduction band as this superintends the output device current. To enhance the device current, intermediate engineering of solar PVC is the most prominent strategy. An Inter-Mediate Layer (IML) serves as a spectrally selective layer between the muti-junctions for tandem solar cell. This research work …
Published in Trends in Opto-electro & Optical Communication · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Effect of ETL layer thickness on perovskite (CH3NH3PbI3) solar cell
Abstract: Abstract: Thickness of ETL (Electron transport layer) shows important role in term of stability and efficiency of perovskite solar cells. In this paper the numerical simulation and extensive modeling have been performed on perovskite solar cell using perovskite material such as methyl ammonium lead Iodide (MAPbI3, MA=CH3NH3) with the help of SCAPS tool. The electrical properties of the MAPbI3 material used as active layer, have been calculated for different parameter …
Published in Trends in Opto-electro & Optical Communication · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 32–37 Read article
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A Study of Carbon Nanotubes in Photovoltaic Devices
Abstract: AbstractArrays of periodic one-dimensional nano materials provide light–matter interaction in terms of tunable optical properties which are attractive for planning efficient optoelectronic devices. This paper is based on n-i-p thin-film amorphous silicon utilizes scaffolds of vertically aligned carbon nanotube (CNT) array for a fabrication of bottom-up grown Nano pillar (NP) array solar cells. The varying effect of the CNT extent over a wide range from 800 to 2000 nm on …
Published in Trends in Opto-electro & Optical Communication · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Impact Analysis of Different Active Layer (CH3NH3PbI3) Thickness Using Cu2O as Hole Transport Layer in Perovskite Solar Cell
Abstract: AbstractThickness of active Layer (CH3NH3PbI3) shows important role in term of stability and efficiency of perovskite solar cells. In this paper the numerical simulation and extensive modeling have been performed on perovskite solar cell using perovskite material such as methyl ammonium lead Iodide (MAPbI3, MA=CH3NH3) at different thickness with the help of SCAPS tool. The electrical properties of the MAPbI3 material used as active layer, have been calculated for different …
Published in Trends in Opto-electro & Optical Communication · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 15–20 Read article
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Password Based Circuit Breaker using Arduino
Abstract: Nowadays, we see that there are many electrical accidents occurring to the linemen. These accidents occur when the line mans work on the repairs or damages on the electrical lines. The main reason for these accidents are due to lack of communication or miscommunication between the linemen and the substation during the repairs. A circuit breaker is basically an electric switch that operates automatically and is designed to protect the …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 9–20 Read article
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IoT Based Smart Power Grid.
Abstract: An inefficient power grid can be affected by human mistakes, data loss, and manual circuit and logbook operation, which are all parts of how a power grid works. An IoT-based power grid is introduced to address the issue. Here, we may measure the circuit's current and voltage as well as its active (kW), apparent (kVA), and energy (kWh) powers. We can also use a computer or a mobile device to …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 35–40 Read article