[HTML][HTML] Soiling loss in solar systems: A review of its effect on solar energy efficiency and mitigation techniques

ML Adekanbi, ES Alaba, TJ John, TD Tundealao… - Cleaner Energy …, 2024 - Elsevier
To address the need for enhancing the efficiency and harnessing the full potential of solar
energy systems, this research aims to investigate mitigating solar energy losses, thereby …

Dust deposition on the photovoltaic panel: A comprehensive survey on mechanisms, effects, mathematical modeling, cleaning methods, and monitoring systems

L Wan, L Zhao, W Xu, F Guo, X Jiang - Solar Energy, 2024 - Elsevier
Photovoltaic (PV) power generation has become one of the key technologies to reach
energy-saving and carbon reduction targets. However, dust accumulation will significantly …

Comprehensive review of dust properties and their influence on photovoltaic systems: Electrical, optical, thermal models and experimentation techniques

H Almukhtar, TT Lie, WAM Al-Shohani, T Anderson… - Energies, 2023 - mdpi.com
As conventional energy sources decrease and worldwide power demand grows, the appeal
of photovoltaic (PV) systems as sustainable and ecofriendly energy sources has grown. PV …

Evaluating the geographical, technical and economic potential of wind and solar power in China: A critical review at different scales

Y Ye, G Liu, F Agostinho, CMVB Almeida… - Sustainable Energy …, 2024 - Elsevier
Accurately assessing the potential of wind and PV power is crucial in achieving the 2° C
climate target. Biased assessments will lead to flawed decisions by national governments …

Experimental and numerical investigation of the effect of water cooling on the temperature distribution of photovoltaic modules using copper pipes

MH Shojaeefard, NB Sakran, MM Sharfabadi… - Energies, 2023 - mdpi.com
In hot climates, PV efficiency drops dramatically if the surface temperature of the panels rises
over a specific limit. Consequently, a cooling system is required to preserve PV modules as …

Optimization analysis of droplet dust removal mass on tilted superhydrophobic surface based on regulating PV tilt angle and drop height

D Zhang, C Yan, J Bai, K Yu, J Zhang, J Ji, Z An - Solar Energy, 2023 - Elsevier
This study proposes a method for adjusting the mass of droplet dust removal based on
droplet height and photovoltaic tilt angle, utilizing a model of droplet motion on inclined …

Dust impact on the performance of solar photovoltaic module: a new prospect

HA Kazem - Energy Sources, Part A: Recovery, Utilization, and …, 2023 - Taylor & Francis
Dust accumulation on the surface of photovoltaic (PV) modules significantly reduces the
amount of light reaching the cells and can lead to decreased power output and instability of …

Assessing the impact of soiling on photovoltaic efficiency using supervised learning techniques

LAC Silva, LGB Ruiz, D Criado-Ramón… - Expert Systems with …, 2023 - Elsevier
The accumulation of dust and other particles on solar panels, known as soiling, is a
significant factor that affects their performance, leading to reduced efficiency if not addressed …

Mitigation of soiling and assessment of PV module performance under IEC 60891 by based-brush and based-water cleaning methods using

F Zaoui, R Khenfer, A Lekbir, S Mekhilef… - Applied Solar …, 2024 - Springer
In the front surface of PV modules, the soiling and dust is a major issue, especially in areas
with high soiling rates, frequent dust, limited water supplies, and significant solar energy …

Progress in research and technological developments of phase change materials integrated photovoltaic thermal systems: The allied problems and their mitigation …

RK Rajamony, B Kalidasan, IA Lagari, JKS Paw… - Sustainable Materials …, 2024 - Elsevier
The efficiency of solar cells and photovoltaic (PV) panels are lacking significantly due to its
surface overheating by the incident solar radiation. Indeed, the generated heat energy is …