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Recent advances in passive cooling methods for photovoltaic performance enhancement
International Journal of Electrical and Computer Engineering (IJECE) · Vol. 11 No. 1 (2021)
- ISSN
- 2722-2578, 2088-8708
- Published
- 2021-02-01
- Publisher
- Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science
Abstract
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 irradiance is converted into useful electricity, and the remaining are dissipated as heat which in turns increases the module operating temperature. The increase in module operating temperature has an adverse impact on the open-circuit voltage (Voc), which results in the power conversion efficiency reduction and irreversible cell degradation rate. Hence, proper cooling methods are essential to maintain the module operating temperature within the standard test conditions (STC). This paper presents an overview of passive cooling methods for its feasibility and economic viability in comparison with active cooling. Three different passive cooling approaches are considered, namely phase change material (PCM), fin heat sink, and radiative cooling covering the discussions on the achieved cooling efficiency. The understanding of the above-mentioned state-of-the-art cooling technologies is vital for further modifications of existing PV modules to improve the efficiency of electrical output.
Collaboration network of the authors
34 authors · 129 co-authorship links · 66 across different organisations
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- National University of Malaysia
- Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka
- Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau
- Yanbu Industrial College
- College of Electrical and Electronics Technology
- Universiti of Malaysia Sabah
- Universitas Muhammadiyah Riau
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| Co-author | Organisation | Joint articles |
|---|---|---|
| Ahmad Fudholi | National University of Malaysia | 5 |
| Mariyam Fazleena Musthafa | National University of Malaysia | 2 |
| Abrar Ridwan | Universitas Muhammadiyah Riau | 2 |
| Rado Yendra | Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau | 2 |
| Ari Pani Desvina | Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau | 2 |
| Nur Farhana Mohd Razali | National University of Malaysia | 2 |
| Mohd Hafidz Ruslan | National University of Malaysia | 2 |
| Ahmed Abdulmula | National University of Malaysia | 2 |
| Norasikin Ahmad Ludin | National University of Malaysia | 2 |
| Lim Chin Haw | National University of Malaysia | 2 |
| Fayez Aldawi | Yanbu Industrial College | 2 |
| Hazim Abdulaziz Moria | Yanbu Industrial College | 2 |
| Norshahidatul Shahida Mohamed Suhaime | National University of Malaysia | 2 |
| Shaikh Zishan Suheel | National University of Malaysia | 2 |
| Ahmad Afif Safwan Mohd Radzi | National University of Malaysia | 2 |
| Mohd Faizal | National University of Malaysia | 2 |
| Adnan Ibrahim | National University of Malaysia | 2 |
| Sohif Mat | National University of Malaysia | 2 |
| Rahmadeni Rahmadeni | Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau | 1 |
| Tri Suyono | Khairun University | 1 |
| Hartono Hartono | Universitas Gadjah Mada | 1 |
| Majid Khan Majahar Ali | Universiti Sains Malaysia | 1 |
| Jalal Assadeg | National University of Malaysia | 1 |
| Intan Mastura Saadon | Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka | 1 |
| Nurbahirah Norddin | Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka | 1 |
| Norain Idris | Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka | 1 |
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