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74 articles for “Solar (PV) panel”
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Cogeneration System in Concentrated Photovoltaic Panels
Abstract: This study analyses the behavior of hybrid systems composed of photovoltaic panels (PV) and phase-change materials (PCM) under solar concentration conditions, aiming to generate electric and thermal energy in water simultaneously (cogeneration). This work looks for system performance improvement while increasing the generated power and energy by the PV panel and the thermal system in unison. The study shows the increase in power and energy delivered by the prototype compared …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Maximum Power Point Tracker and its model in MATLAB
Abstract: The study says that In a (Power-Voltage or current-voltage) curve of a solar panel, there is an optimum operating point such that the PV delivers the maximum possible power to the load. This unique point is the maximum power point (MPP) of solar panel. Its mathematical models of the components of PV module that is MPPT model uses the MPPT control unit, and Buck- Boost converter to implement a simulation …
Published in Journal of VLSI Design Tools and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 26–31 Read article
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Design and Simulation of Maximum Power Point Tracking Solar Battery Charge Controller
Abstract: As solar energy is a renewable energy that has the capacity to lessen energy crisis in the world, so there is a strong need to harvest and utilize this energy. This paper describes the simulation of a solar energy based MPPT battery charger controller and a protection system will also be integrated with the design. The proposed design uses PID controller based voltage and current controller for battery charging circuit. …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 11–20 Read article
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Thermal Performance of Concentrating Solar Panels
Abstract: The study shows a detailed analysis of the thermal performance of concentrating solar panels and the temperature increase due to concentrated solar radiation. This work proposes a configuration to reduce temperature rise, maintain good panel efficiency, and increase output power. The configuration is based on a sandwich structure including a phase change material (PCM), which absorbs the thermal energy excess generated by the concentrated solar radiation onto the PV panel. …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Design of Standalone Photovoltaic System to Meet Energy Requirements of Village in India
Abstract: AbstractThe demand of green and clean energy is increasing rapidly with gradual depletion of fossil fuels. With abundant solar irradiation throughout the country, solar Photovoltaic (PV) conversion has gained momentum in India, which is actively supported by government policies and incentives in the sector. In order to accommodate daily and seasonal variation of solar radiations, solar system must have proper energy storage device in the form of battery bank. In …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 13–16 Read article
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Importance and Need of Solar Photovoltaic Technology and Factors Affecting Efficiency
Abstract: Renewable energy is also called Green Energy. These energies are not exhausting and are constantly renewed. Renewal is very effective and necessary in the current situation, because as the number of people and technology increases, the demand for energy also increases. The use of solar energy research to reduce the energy crisis, protect the environment and ensure the most important economic development. Many factors affect its efficiency namely solar radiation, …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 42–46 Read article
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Life Cycle Assessment of Solar Panels: Environmental Impacts from Production to Disposal
Abstract: LCA is a way to evaluate the full environmental impact of something—like a product, material, activity, or building—from start to finish. As solar energy adoption accelerates globally, understanding the full environmental implications of PV technology becomes crucial for informed decision-making and sustainable development. The study employs a cradle-to-grave approach, analyzing the environmental footprint of solar panels across multiple impact categories. These include global warming potential, energy payback time, water consumption, …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 33–38 Read article
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Comparative Analysis of Solar PV System Employing Multiaxis Solar Tracking Mechanism
Abstract: AbstractOur main aim behind this project is to establish a comparative analysis between solar panels employing multiaxis solar trackers. Hence, it is intent to construct single axis solar tracker and dual axis solar tracker and to have a comparative analysis between no, single and dual axes solar tracker. The main controlling section will be developed using microcontroller. Light dependent resistors (LDR) will be used as a sensor which detects the …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Solar Panel Defect Detection Using Geospatially-Aware Deep Learning framework
Abstract: Large-scale photovoltaic (PV) systems demand reliable inspection techniques to maintain efficiency, as manual methods remain labor-intensive and inconsistent. This study introduces a geospatially informed deep learning framework for defect detection and localization in PV panels from drone and satellite imagery. The framework incorporates an adaptive tiling mechanism that adjusts tile boundaries according to object size, reducing information loss and enhancing detection performance. In addition, coordinate transformation between image pixels and …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 17, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Polymer-Based Nanocomposite Coatings for Enhancing Solar Photovoltaic Panel Efficiency
Abstract: Environmental factors such as dust deposition, ultraviolet (UV) radiation, and surface reflection significantly reduce the performance of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules. This study investigates the development and performance evaluation of polymer-based nanocomposite coatings designed to improve the optical and surface properties of PV panel glass. A hybrid nanocomposite coating containing TiO₂ and SiO₂ nanoparticles dispersed in a polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) matrix was synthesized using the sol–gel technique and deposited through …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 490–497 Read article
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Design and Construction of a Thermosiphonic Solar Photovoltaic – Thermal Water Heating System for Sustainable Development in Temperate Regions of Africa
Abstract: AbstractThe atmospheric temperature of some temperate regions of Africa is mostly about 30–45°C, it incites 30–80°C heat over the panel since black body of the PV panel observes more heat, and this temperature affects the electrical efficiency of the panel. The importance of energy availability in the economic growth, social and political development for every nation cannot be overemphasized. Affordable and reliable energy availability is the precondition for sustainable development. …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Incremental Conductance Algorithm and Perturb and Observe Algorithm Reveals Key Insights into Their Comparative Analysis: A Review
Abstract: The maximum or more is a crucial aspect of PV systems to optimize energy harvesting from solar panels, which have been the focus of extensive research and implementation. This study presents a comprehensive comparative analysis of these two methods of evaluation to evaluate their performance and suitability for various operating conditions. The Perturb and Observe method, a simple and widely adopted MPPT algorithm, involves perturbing the operating point and observing …
Published in International Journal of Optical Innovations & Research · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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Analysis of The Performance of A PV/PCM System in Variable Solar Radiation Conditions
Abstract: This paper studies the performance of a PV/PCM system operating at variable solar radiation conditions. The system has been tested for six different solar radiation levels, from 250 W/m2 to 950 W/m2 determining the steady-state temperature for every case. An algorithm has been developed to predict the steady-state temperature. This prediction has produced values within 97% accuracy of experimental data. A reduction of temperature up to 18.9ºC has been achieved. …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–20 Read article
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Design, Simulation, Installation and Economic Analysis of 50kW Grid Connected Solar PV System
Abstract: AbstractThis study aimed to develope a standard procedure for the design of Gridconnected solar PV systems using the roofs of buildings. The standard procedure developed was validated in the design of a 50 kW Grid-connected solar PV system for Vijayaraje Institute of Science and Management (VISM), Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India. The project began with a pre-feasibility study of a 50kW Grid-conducted solar PV system using meteonorm software developed by meteotest. …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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A Realistic Approach Based on Internet of Things (IoT) for Solar Panel Health Monitoring
Abstract: AbstractSolar energy vitality is generally accessible all through the world and can add to limit the reliance on vitality imports. The internet of things has a dream in which the web stretches out into this present reality grasping regular articles. As renewable vitality developed at a rate speedier than some other time in history amid this period. The proposed framework alludes to the online show of the remote observing framework …
Published in Recent Trends in Sensor Research & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 25–31 Read article
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SIMULATION OF THE PERFORMANCE OF PV/T (PV-PCM) SYSTEMS IN TRANSIENT STATE
Abstract: The paper describes the analysis of the thermal performance of a PCM unit attached to a PV panel configuring a PV/T system. Thermal performance has been analyzed from the transient process point of view considering the temperature evolution of the PCM with time dependent on ambient temperature and solar radiation. A specific algorithm for determining the time evolution of the PCM temperature has been developed. The model uses the DERIVE …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Assessment of Cleaning Methods for Solar PV Modules: A Review of Current Practices
Abstract: This study looks at how well solar panel cleaning technologies work to increase energy output, lower maintenance costs, and lengthen the life of solar panel systems. The necessity for efficient and economical maintenance of solar panels is growing in importance due to the rising demand for solar energy. Systems for cleaning solar panels have become a viable way to address the problem of maintaining clean and efficient solar panels. Our …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Machine Analysis and Design · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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A Brief Review on Single Phase PV Micro-Inverter System
Abstract: This paper presents a review on recent developments and a summary of inverter technology for single phase grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) systems for power levels up to 5 kW. The functions of inverter include DC–AC conversion, output power quality assurance, various protection mechanisms, and system controls. PV inverters are classified in three categories which are centralized inverter, string inverter and module oriented or micro inverter. Centralized inverter, string inverter and module …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 55–62 Read article
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Multilevel Inverter Based PV System with MPPT Application
Abstract: Abstract: An improved MPPT converter with voltage and current (perturb & observe) method for photo voltaic (PV) and 5-level H-bridge multilevel inverter is connected to solar panel, applications is presented in this study. The proposed method used to implement maximum power point tracking (MPPT) and convert DC power into AC power by variable reference of voltage and current which is continuously changed during some time (up to 5 sec). In …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 42–52 Read article
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Predictive and Degradation Analysis in the Life-Cycle of Monocrystalline and Multicrystalline Photovoltaic Modules using Electroluminescence Imaging & Monitoring Studies
Abstract: AbstractSolar Technology is the cynosure of all eyes in this global era. With major thrusts towards decarbonization, improving the overall efficiency of Solar Modules is the most coveted thing in this arena. The efficiency of a Solar panel ranges between 18-25 % when it is in good working condition. There are several causes of the efficiency decreasing further. A solar panel is susceptible to a lot of damages, ranging from …
Published in Journal of Semiconductor Devices and Circuits · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 23–27 Read article