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40 articles for “photovoltaic cells”
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Harvesting of Solar Energy in Nanotechnology
Abstract: Nanotechnology is an impressive technology that resolved the energy related problem to provides a wide range of resources. Many appliances and increasing mechanism may be less as compared to 100 nm, for this purpose it provides an innovative tradition in the direction of storation, catch in addition to convert the power through different mechanism. The sun has an enormous quantity of a force that may be obtained from side to …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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A Review on Nanotechnology for Catalysis and Solar Energy Conversion
Abstract: This roadmap on Nanotechnology for Catalysis and Solar Energy Conversion focuses on theapplication of nanotechnology in addressing the current challenges of energy conversion: ‘highefficiency, stability, safety, and the potential for low-cost/scalable manufacturing.Solar-to-fuel conversion involves using nanotechnology to improve the efficiency and effectivenessof converting solar energy into chemical fuels. Solar Water Splitting Nanotechnology is applied toenhance the process of splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen using solar energy. SolarPhotovoltaics The roadmap …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 Read article
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A Comprehensive Study of ZnxFe2–xO3 Nanocomposite for the Applications of Medical, Photocatalytic, and Solar Cells
Abstract: ZnxFe2–xO3 nanoparticles and composites are a focus area of research in nanotechnology, biotechnology, and material engineering. The functional properties of these nanomaterials depend on the scientific method of synthesizing and characterizing procedure. In this study, greater attention is invested on biological synthesis of ZnxFe2–xO3 nanoparticles and nanocomposite. For in vivo or in vitro study, properties, such as biocompatibility, reactivity, bio sensitivity, photosensitivity, and biodegradability are considered. Besides, the Ferrofluid and …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 44–51 Read article
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Sustainable Energy Solutions: Enhancing the Efficacy and Stability of Lead Iodide Perovskite Solar Cells
Abstract: Lead iodide perovskite solar cells have emerged as a transformative technology in the field of photovoltaics, demonstrating remarkable power conversion efficiencies that rival traditional silicon- based solar cells. However, conacerns regarding their long-term stability and environmental impact pose significant challenges for their widespread adoption. This study investigates the current advancements in lead iodide perovskite solar cells, emphasizing strategies to enhance both their efficiency and stability. We explore innovative approaches, such …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Design and Analysis of Low Voltage DC Grid for Domestic Supply
Abstract: The fast development of DC power based devices has led to increased involvement of AC to DC converters. A large scale research work is being conducted on increasing the efficiency of these converters to save energy. But DC microgrids are significantly more energy efficient when implemented with distributed generation or on-site generation from photovoltaic panels, wind turbines, fuel cells or micro turbines. This paper discusses the advantages and disadvantages of …
Published in International Journal of Analog Integrated Circuits · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 28–35 Read article
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Controlled Texture of Magnetron Sputtered Transparent Conducting ZnO: Al Films for Solar Cell Applications
Abstract: Textured transparent and conducting ZnO:Al films were prepared by rf-magnetron sputtering on glass substrate at a temperature 3500C under Ar and Ar+O2 gas ambient. ZnO:Al thin films shows a minimum electrical resistivity of (~8.210-4 Ω-cm), and high optical transmittance (T~86–90% average) in visible region. With increasing of oxygen concentration ZnO:Al films become more compact, stoichiometric and becomes more electrically resistive. ZnO:Al shows hexagonal wurtzite polycrystalline structure with strong (002) orientations. …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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Performance Investigation of Grating-based Photovoltaic Concentrator
Abstract: This paper elaborates the performance investigation of Grating based Photovoltaic Concentrator.Grating principle is used in the proposed concentrator photovoltaics (CPV). In this method a sidemountedconcentrator solar module structure is designed in which grating prism is used forconcentrating sunlight on solar cell. Diffraction grating is an optical device composed of a large number of closely spaced parallel slits or rulings. These rulings act as a series of narrow, closely spaced apertures …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Recent Advances in Solar Photovoltaic Technologies: Efficiency, Sustainability, and Market Trends
Abstract: A way to meet the growing demand for electricity worldwide while tackling environmental issues is through solar photovoltaic (PV) technology. Solar PV is a renewable energy source that provides a sustainable substitute for fossil fuels, aiding in the global endeavor to reduce carbon emissions. Recent developments in technology have greatly increased photovoltaic systems' scalability, cost, and efficiency, increasing their viability for broad use. The most recent advancements in photovoltaic materials, …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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Assessment of MPPT-Based Photovoltaic System: A Critical Review
Abstract: In this paper, new approaches are formulated to estimate the parameters and predict the maximum power generated by the PV module at maximum power point under varying environmental conditions. Maximum power point tracking technique is useful for extracting maximum power from PV cell. Here different techniques have been discussed and explained. Keywords: adder, irradiance, maximum power point (MPP), maximum power point tracking (MPPT), photovoltaic (PV)
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 39–49 Read article
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Efficient Control Strategies for Multiphase Interleaved Boost Converter in Photovoltaic Systems: A Modeling and Simulation Approach
Abstract: The main goal of this project is to create a Multiphase Interleaved boost converter with a solar module using the Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) technique. Thus, the PV module is first examined in MATLAB with SIMULINK software. Just one diode here, a photovoltaic model is applied. The two environmental factors that have the biggest impact on PV cell properties are temperature and solar radiation. A three-phase interleaved boost converter …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 29–48 Read article
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Design of High Step-Up DC–DC Converter
Abstract: Design of high step-up DC–DC converter for a distributed generation system is proposed in this paper. The distributed generation (DG) systems in light of the renewable vitality sources have quickly created lately. These DG frameworks are controlled by miniaturized scale sources, e.g., energy components, photovoltaic (PV) frameworks, and batteries. The idea comprises of two stages, in the first stage the low level voltage from the PV cell is changed over …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Dust Analysis on Photovoltaic Module
Abstract: This paper presents the mathematical dust analysis of three different days and determines the impacton open circuit voltage (VOC) and short circuit current (ISC) and finally derive a conclusion. The analysisis done on the selected photovoltaic module manufactured by BHEL (Sl.No.-E1200127, Type-L24170)in which parallel connected solar cell (NP=1) and series connected solar cell (NS=72).
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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Three-Level Interleaved Boost Converter with Irradiance Adaptive Controller for Solar Power Utilization
Abstract: Solar energy conversion through photovoltaic is a rapidly growing source of green power supply. Therefore, improving the efficiency of PV system is considered as an important factor in supporting this trend. However, this concerns not only the improvement of PV cells, but also the efficiency of the power electronics circuits and the controls associated with them. Also, the PV modules are operated at low voltage levels, therefore, large voltage boosting …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Validation of Selected SPV Module
Abstract: This paper presents the mathematical modelling and its MATLAB simulation of selected photovoltaic module manufactured by BHEL (SL No.-E1200127, Type-L24170) in which parallel connected solar cell (Np=1) and Series connected solar cell(Ns=72) in order to estimate its behavior of SPV module and Finally compare the simulation results with the live field values measured with the help of Amprobe solar analyzer and Senser (S-4000). Using measured Irradiance(S) and module temperature (Avg. …
Published in International Journal of Microelectronics and Digital integrated circuits · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 8–16 Read article
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Analysis of THD in Voltage Source Inverter with Constant Current Controller for Solar PV Cell
Abstract: A common method in the study of voltage source inverters is the hypothesis of a voltage-type input source even in the case of renewable energy (RE). When a converter is supplied by an RE, such as a photovoltaic (PV) generator, the dc-link voltage is usually controlled by the converter with closed loop to extract maximum power from the source. The main aim of the paper is to analyze the total …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 7–14 Read article
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Analysis of Energy Efficiency of Standalone PV Cell Through HC Algorithm and Transconductance
Abstract: This research could be used to analyze in the development of maximum power point tracking (MPPT) algorithm. This thesis presents the modeling and simulation of hill climbing (HC) MPPT using novel Single Ended Primary Inductance Converter (SEPIC). This research firstly introduces a practical model of photovoltaic by which the photovoltaic array’s model is obtained. The HC algorithm is used to track the maximum power from the solar panel. The MPP …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 26–31 Read article
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A PARAMETRIC ANALYSIS OF AMBIENT TEMPERATURE ON FLAT AND CURVED SURFACE OF A PV CELL
Abstract: This work focused on investigating and controlling the effect of ambient temperature on the surface temperature of a PV module. An experimental approach is carried out to provide ventilation on the surface of the PV panel with the help of a blower. With the increase in solar irradiance, the panel temperature also increases so experiment is conducted for different velocities of the air with the help of a blower to …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 39–48 Read article
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PV PANEL EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENT USING A HYBRID PV-TEG ASSEMBLY SYSTEM
Abstract: Peltier cells are used as a system to generate electricity through thermoelectric conversion using heat removed from the rear side of PV panels. This system also helps in improving PV panel performance by reducing the temperature of the panel. The combination of thermoelectric generation and improved PV panel efficiency represents an interesting solution to increase power generation in PV systems. The proposed prototype describes the characterization of a hybrid system …
Published in International Journal of Embedded Systems and Emerging Technologies · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 12–26 Read article
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Solar Panel Cleaner
Abstract: Dust and dirt particles accumulating on the PV panel decreases the solar energy reaching the cell and thereby reducing the overall efficiency of cell. Hence, cleaning of PV panel is one of the areas of discussion in the engineering sector of solar power generation. In this study, an optimal solution for solar panel cleaning is reviewed. A portable robotic cleaning device is developed and versatile rail system which can travel …
Published in International Journal of Analog Integrated Circuits · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 33–37 Read article
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Methodology And Operation Of Dc Micro Grid For Wind And Solar Power Integration
Abstract: Distributed generators (DGs) focused on renewable energy play a dominant role in the production of electricity, with the increase in global warming. With the use of fuel cells and microturbines, distributed generation based on wind, solar energy, biomass, mini-hydro will give significant momentum in the near future. Advantages such as environmental friendliness, expandability and versatility have made distributed generation an attractive option to manage modern electrical grids, powered by various …
Published in International Journal of Microelectronics and Digital integrated circuits · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 25–36 Read article