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4 articles for “Photovoltaic module cooling”
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Optimizing Fin Parameters to Enhance Passive Heat Dissipation in Photovoltaic Panels
Abstract: This study explores passive cooling techniques to enhance the thermal management of photovoltaic (PV) modules, which is crucial for maintaining efficiency. A computational fluid dynamics (CFD) model, using ANSYS Fluent, was developed to evaluate three fin shapes: rectangular, trapezoidal, and triangular, attached to the back of PV modules. The study varied parameters such as fin count, thickness, and length to determine optimal configurations for cooling. Among the designs, triangular fins …
Published in International Journal of Radio Frequency Innovations · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 25–35 Read article
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Development and Performance Evaluation of GO–ZnO/PU Hybrid Nanocomposite Coatings for Improved Optical Transmission, Cooling, and Self-Cleaning in PV Systems
Abstract: The performance of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules with time is affected by thermal heating, dust buildup, and exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light; as a result, the power loss increases rapidly during the use condition. In this study, a polyurethane (PU) nanocomposite, fabricated with graphene oxide and zinc oxide (GO–ZnO), is invented and examined. Improvements in heat management, light transmission, and dirt resistance are planned for PV glass surfaces. The nanocomposite …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 243–249 Read article
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CFD Analysis and Optimization of Fin-Enhanced Cooling Systems for Enhanced PV Performance
Abstract: This study examines how the performance of photovoltaic (PV) panels can be improved by means of passive cooling techniques through fin configurations. Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation, validated with experimental data, was used to analyse the thermal behaviour of PV modules integrated with different fin shapes, namely rectangular, trapezoidal, and triangular geometries. It was found that trapezoidal fins yield better thermal performance, lowering the panel temperature by more than that …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Performance Optimization of Photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) Systems: A Comprehensive Review of Design and Efficiency Enhancements
Abstract: The desire for renewable energy solutions and the rising demand for energy worldwide have driven important developments in hybrid photovoltaic-thermal systems. Photovoltaic-thermal systems provide the advantages of both thermal energy collection and electrical energy generation as they integrate photovoltaic and thermal collectors into a single module. However, a number of variables, including system architecture, material choice, cooling systems, and ambient circumstances, affect how well they function. The goal of this …
Published in Journal of Refrigeration, Air conditioning, Heating and ventilation · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 9–16 Read article