Solar energy is an endless and environmentally benign renewable energy source. Among
all the forms of solar thermal energy systems, solar air heater is the major system which is …

Photovoltaic (PV) technology can be categorized as a mature technology but its
performance with its elevating temperature has a negative effect and opens a new area of …

It is well known the efficiency of photovoltaic (PV) modules decreases with an increase in
operating temperature. In this paper, we have investigated this phenomenon through …

This study has been performed to enhance the performance of the solar air heater (SAH)
using copper tubes to the absorber plate. Thermodynamic analysis of the SAH with and …

Hybrid nanofluids have been known to provide perceptibly increased heat transfer
characteristics over conventional fluid, and so have been experimentally applied to solar …

The electrical output performance of photovoltaic (PV) modules are sensitive to temperature
variations and the intensity of solar irradiance under prolonged exposure. Only 20% of solar …

Solar drying is an emerging technology to preserve wide range of products from agriculture
to animal-based products. The application of solar dryers, however must be evaluated to …

For economic growth of nation, the energy plays an important role. The excessive use of
fossil fuels results the increase in global warming and depleting the resources. Due to this …

This work is the result of a study of a photovoltaic/thermal air collector that concentrates solar
radiation using two mobile mirrors to enhance electrical and thermal energy. The study is …

The use of hybrid photovoltaic/thermal (PV/T) and low concentrating photovoltaic/thermal
(LCPV/T) systems can significantly enhance the overall solar energy conversion efficiency …