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44 articles for “Keywords: Photovoltaics”
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Hybrid Organic–Inorganic Metal Halide Perovskite Solar Cells: A Comprehensive Review of Materials, Device Architectures, Stability, Hysteresis, and Commercialization Challenges
Abstract: Hybrid organic–inorganic metal halide perovskite solar cells (PSCs) have emerged as a major focus of photovoltaic research due to their remarkable increase in power conversion efficiency, reaching 28% within a short period. Perovskite materials exhibit several attractive properties, including long charge-carrier diffusion lengths, tunable band gaps, and excellent light absorption capability. In addition, their low-cost fabrication processes combined with high efficiency make PSCs strong competitors to conventional silicon-based solar cells. …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 47–60 Read article
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Design and Simulation of Single Phase Five Level Inverter for a Novel Solar PV Hybrid Energy System
Abstract: Abstract - In current global energy scenario, renewable energy sources can play an important role in meeting the ever increasing energy demand. This is due to exhaustive nature of fossil fuels and the environmental pollution caused by other conventional energy sources. Among renewable energy sources, solar photo-voltaic system is the most popular one as solar energy is available in abundance without paying any cost. The output voltage generated from the …
Published in International Journal of Polymer Science and Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Improvement in Output Power by Designing Adaptive Reference Control for Boost Converter in Solar System
Abstract: solution using an FPGA as the master device. The study demonstrates the significance of FSM implementation in HDL coding, as well as how the architecture for protocol implementation in customizable devices has evolved. Solar power systems are generally classified into two main types: off-grid and on-grid systems. Off-grid solar setups operate independently, using photovoltaic (PV) panels and battery storage to produce and store electricity without any connection to the main …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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Harmonic Elimination in PV System Using SPWM-BasedSeven-Level Cascaded H-Bridge Multilevel Inverter
Abstract: The modern transform toward renewable energy sources has raised the use of Photovoltaic array andMultilevel Inverters (MLIs) in the current power systems. These technologies are not only able to relievethe problems related to the shortage of fossil fuels but also help to curb global warming and pollutionof the environment. A 7-level MLI, which is controlled by Sinuoidal Pulse Width Modulation (SPWM)is explored as a method of PV integration in this …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 23–38 Read article
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A Review on Distribution Feeder and Designs
Abstract: An increase in the number of inverter-interfaced photovoltaic (PV) generators on existing distribution feeders affects the design, operation, and control of the distribution systems. The existing distribution system analysis tools are capable of supporting only snapshot and quasi-static analyses. Capturing the dynamic effects of the PV generators during the variation in the distribution system states is necessary when studying the effects of controller bandwidths, multiple voltage correction devices, and anti-islanding. …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 13–23 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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HYBRID PV-TEG SYSTEM TO IMPROVE PERFORMANCE
Abstract: The use of Peltier cells as a system to use residual hot generated by photovoltaic panels while working is seen as a solution to the loss of performance in them because of the hot previously mentioned. At the same time it favors the production of electric energy because of the Seebeck effect. To determine the viability of a hybrid system photovoltaic panel and Peltier cell assembly it is essential to …
Published in International Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 26–42 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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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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Impact of Substrate Temperature on Chemically Deposited Cds Thin Films
Abstract: The interest for renewable energy sources are increasing day by day due to the limited availability of fossil fuel. Among all the renewable energy sources solar energy is growing interest due to its easy availability almost among all area of earth where people lives. Solar energy can be used as a source of energy by two ways: Solar Photovoltaic Cell and Solar thermal. Photovoltaic cells are the easiest way for …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 22–26 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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Detailed survey on detection of Dirtiness of PV panels using different approaches
Abstract: The accumulation of dust, dirt, bird droppings, pollen, and other environmental contaminants on photovoltaic (PV) panels significantly reduces their power generation efficiency and increases operational and maintenance costs. Therefore, timely and accurate detection of the cleanliness condition of solar panels is essential for maintaining optimal energy production, improving system reliability, and extending the operational lifespan of PV installations. In recent years, considerable research interest has been directed toward automated soiling …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Grid Connected PV Power System with MPPT
Abstract: This work presents the basic idea of a practical three phase grid-connected PV power systems having some faults. This modeling also takes an effective effort to track the maximum power by using power electronics considering a practical case study under fault.The basic introduction and idea of the basics of grid connected power system are also proposed. Maximum power point operation.Simulation results arepresented to validate the proposed model for grid-connected photovoltaic …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 40–44 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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Glass Façades in Mumbai: Its Environmental Impacts
Abstract: Abstract In the past few years, the erection of high-rise buildings, or rather skyscrapers, with the extensive use of glass façades can be seen a lot. This paper mainly includes a study on the environmental impacts caused due to the increase of glass façades used in the city of Mumbai. Glass as a material does look pleasing but with the torrid temperatures we experience in Mumbai and the high amount …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 79–84 Read article
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Deep Reinforcement Learning-Based MPPT for PV Systems Under Partial Shading: A Hybrid Metaheuristic-Optimized Control Framework.
Abstract: Partial shade and quickly changing environmental conditions make Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) in photovoltaic (PV) arrays particularly difficult. In these situations, traditional algorithms frequently fail to find the global optimum or experience sluggish convergence and steady-state oscillations. To obtain reliable, real-time MPPT under non-uniform irradiance, this research suggests a hybrid control architecture that combines a deep recurrent reinforcement learning (DRL) agent with metaheuristic-based parameter optimization and a digital-twin training …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 35–46 Read article
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Basic Fundamentals of Different Solar Cells, Solar Energy Materials and Photovoltaic Performances
Abstract: Solar cell is one of the thrust areas of modern technology in the field of renewable energy. Crystalline semiconductor wafer based solar cells (SCs) (thicknesses almost 200–300 μm) mainly crystalline-Si or GaAs based solar cells are playing the legend role in last few decades. With technological revolution, thin film SCs (thickness range 1–2 μm), dye-sensitized or Graetzel, organic/polymer and plasmonic solar cell respectively are known as 2nd,3rd, 4th and 5th …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–9 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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Characteristics of Photovoltaic Modules Under Uniform Insolation and Partially Shaded Conditions
Abstract: Abstract The maximum power that could be generated by a Photovoltaic (PV) System is depends on temperature and irradiance variations. Often, the PV arrays get shadowed by clouds, towers, trees and telephone poles. In order to obtain full utilization from the PV array, it is necessary to analyze the characteristics of PV system. This study deals with a MATLAB based modeling and simulation of a photo voltaic cell under normal …
Published in International Journal of Distributed Computing and Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 6–15 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