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101 articles for “photovoltaics”
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Novel Integrated, Distributed Generation Approach with Renewable Energy Interface with HVDC, A Key Solution To The Future Challenges
Abstract: The recent development in the integrated energy generation as well the distributed generation with the offshore wind farms provides good solution and an experienced significant growth to meet the load demand in recent years. Technical knowledge allow the design of wind farms at higher distances, making the high voltage dc (HVDC) transmission a real alternative to current high voltage ac (HVAC) transmission. When the network is decoupled from the wind …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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Solar Based Electric Fence for Smart Farming
Abstract: Animals create problems for farmers in their fields. By using electric fences farmers can protect their fields, farmhouses, farmlands from animals. These control the animals by giving them a short, sharp but safe shock that teaches them to stay away from the fence. Thus electric fences are economical and practical solutions to maximize field production through controlled grazing. Electric fencing is safe, as its output is discrete. There is certain …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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A Technological Study of Biogas Generation from Biowaste Material: A Review of Research and Development
Abstract: The demand for electricity is increasing continuously and exponentially, and the conventional fuels are depleting rapidly. A number of renewable energy technologies have been studied worldwide. The most popular renewable energy technologies being used for power generation include solar photovoltaic, solar thermal, wind energy and biogas-based technologies. All these sources can be used for power generation and/or direct or indirect cooking. Use of biogas for power generation, cooking and its …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 16–25 Read article
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Grid-Tied PV System with Small DC-Link Capacitor and Low-Frequency Ripple-Free Maximum Power Point Tracking
Abstract: This paper proposes a grid-tied cascaded multilevel inverter (CMI) PV system based on current-fed dual-active-bridge DC–DC converters using small dc-link capacitors. The CMI has many advantages, such as modularity, low harmonic spectra, high ac voltage application with low device rating, and low electromagnetic interference. In addition, distributed maximum power point tracking (MPPT) terminal for segmented photovoltaic (PV) arrays can be achieved by CMI PV converter. The low-frequency ripple-free MPPT is …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 39–47 Read article
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Creating energy system resilience through stand-alone hybrid solar PV-wind energy system - a case study in India
Abstract: A grid-independent hybrid energy system consisting of commercially available solar photovoltaic panels of 250 W peak power rating and micro wind turbines of 30–40 kW power rating has been considered for electricity production at a selected location in India as a case study. The energy system configuration that leads to lowest levelized electricity cost at that location has been identified through parametric analysis. The configuration has been found to have …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–21 Read article
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Solar Tree with Tracking System Using IoT
Abstract: From almost past ten years, it has been observed that India could face a significant loss of natural resources in upcoming 60-70 years. In light of this, it is the time to save the current energy resources from being getting depleted completely. Day by day, solar energy has emerged as viable option for saving the potential of generating source of electricity. In this sense, solar tree is a new model …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Design and Modelling of Solar Energy System for Rural Areas
Abstract: In this study, energy audit and assessment of Ovbiogie community, a remote settlement located at Ovia North-East Local Government Area, Benin City, Edo State was carried out. The objective of the paper is to determine the energy consumption within the community at various clusters of energy and power demand levels. In order to achieve the objective, experimental analysis using solar Photovoltaic PV systems was carried out in the community and …
Published in International Journal of Embedded Systems and Emerging Technologies · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 19–29 Read article
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Improved Efficiency of PV Module Using Incremental Conductance MPPT and DC–DC Boost Converter
Abstract: Solar energy has been most popular renewable energy source because of its long-term outcomes. The study presents the simulation and the hardware implementation of Photovoltaic module utilizing incremental conductance MPPT with the help of DC–DC boost converter. The better trade-off between the PV module power and power achieved after using converter and MPPT technique has been shown and improved efficiency also has been achieved. The incremental conductance MPPT has been …
Published in International Journal of Embedded Systems and Emerging Technologies · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–8 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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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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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
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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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Design and Implementation of Bottle Filling Automation System for Food Processing Industries using PLC
Abstract: The prime target behind this work is to build an automated bottle filling conveyor handing system using PLC (MITSUBISHI) or programmable logic controller. The purpose is to automate the working of a conveyor system. The working of conveyor system includes two main tasks to be accomplished. The primary job is starting and stopping of the conveyor using motor. The secondary task is to fill the bottles in a particular time …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Solar Energy-based Induction Cooking System
Abstract: Enrollment warming is seen as an ideal cooking development, whose prominent advantages consolidate contactless energy move, controllable warming rate, and prosperity. In family applications, it is normal that this approach should supplant ordinary gas ovens focusing on a more feasible future. The extension in energy usage connected with this example can't be overlooked, while conveyed age (DG) stands apart as a conspicuous answer for relieving the effect on the power …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 Read article
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Simulation and Analysis of Grid-connected PV System with Active Filter based on P-Q Theory
Abstract: This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of two grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) systems, one with a 100-kW capacity and the other with a 25-kW capacity, incorporating an active filter based on the Instantaneous Reactive Power Theory (P-Q theory). In comparison to passive filters, the active filter based on the P-Q theory offers several advantages. While passive filters are limited in their ability to adapt to varying grid conditions and load profiles, …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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PV Penetrations in Conventional Power System and Generation of Harmonic and Power Quality Issues: A Review
Abstract: The degree of PV penetrations is a critical metric that assesses how well solar energy is integrated into the grid. It offers many advantages, such as lowering greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing grid reliability. It does, however, also bring some difficulties that call for careful preparation and financial outlays. It's obvious that solar energy will be crucial to our shift to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future given the rate …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 12–19 Read article
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Synthesis and Characterization of Fluorescent Core-Shell Ag@SiO2 and Ag@MoS2 Nanoparticle
Abstract: Among metals, silver (Ag) and gold (Au) NPs have attracted significant interest owing to their extraordinary optical properties related with the localized surface Plasmon resonance. However, the main drawbacks of colloidal nanoparticles, making them barely useable in the photovoltaic field, are their low colloidal stability. To overcome this problem we have developed a new class of fluorescent core-shell Ag@SiO2 nanoparticles, or simply called (MEF) nanoparticles. Different characterization techniques UV-Vis, PL …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 8–16 Read article
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Synthesis and characterization of some organic semiconductor materials for optoelectronics
Abstract: Charge transfer complexes have high molar absorptivities and it’s an important phenomenon in the energy transfer process to increase the conductivity. Charge transfer complexes have been used in organic photovoltaic cells, organic semiconductors. Charge transfer complexes formed between electron donors and acceptors with strong interaction.In this paper, a Charge transfer complexes (CTC) of some organic semiconductor’s materials have been studied spectrophotometrically in chloroform, when the optical absorption of the CTC …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 14–24 Read article
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A Brief Review of Simonkolleite Nanoparticles: Synthesis, Characterizations, and Their Transformative Impact Across Industries
Abstract: The rapid progress in nanotechnology has ignited a quest for innovative materials tailored to specific application needs or designed to enhance particular characteristics. Among these, simonkolleite, a zinc-based material, has emerged prominently in scientific discussions due to its promising properties with diverse medical, health, and environmental applications. This systematic review delves into the extensive literature on simonkolleite, unraveling its myriad applications across various fields. Often associated with ZnO-related research, Simonkolleite …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 36–47 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