A review of dust accumulation and cleaning methods for solar photovoltaic systems

Kazem, Hussein A.; Chaichan, Miqdam T.; Al‐Waeli, Ali H.A.; Sopian, Kamaruzzaman

doi:10.1016/j.jclepro.2020.123187

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“…The power plant must be located away from busy roads and industrial parks. In the present case, when we are already talking about a power plant that has been built, regular cleaning of the surface of the modules can be considered [36,37]. Prototypes of automatically controlled cleaning robots and mechanisms are now available [38].…”

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Condition Assessment of Solar Modules by Flash Test and Electroluminescence Test

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The Hungarian society and the Hungarian state are constantly increasing their solar capacity. More and more solar power plants are being put into operation. The largest of these has a 100 MW peak capacity. Such power plants do not require constant maintenance. However, in the case of low productivity, a conditional assessment is required. The reason for production loss can also be manufacturing, installation, and operational errors. A flying drone was used for finding failures by thermographic scouting. Furthermore, electroluminescent (EL) and flash tests give a comprehensive view of the real state of the modules in a mobile laboratory. We had the opportunity to summarize these test results of more than a thousand modules operating in a solar power plant. The report on the power plant shows that a significant part of the modules became unusable in a short time. After four years, 10% of the 260 Wp modules suffered a performance reduction of more than 10%.

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Condition Assessment of Solar Modules by Flash Test and Electroluminescence Test

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“…The time series plot confirms an increase in the amount of solar radiation received. The increase may be attributed to the reduced level of pollutant in the air that usually block or scatter the solar radiation and preventing it from reaching the Earth's surface (Kazem et al 2020). The power generated by the PVPs is influenced by factors such as the incident solar radiation, PVP dimension, panel efficiency, and the ambient temperature.…”

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“…Previous studies have shown that high solar irradiance, high wind speed, and low humidity favor the power generation in PVPs (Mekhilef, Saidur, and Kamalisarvestani 2012). In addition, environmental pollutants deposit on the PVP surface, leading to a reduction in the solar to electrical energy conversion (Kazem et al 2020). In the past few months, a novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has erupted as a global pandemic.…”

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COVID-19: A Boon for Tropical Solar Parks?: A Time Series Based Analysis and Forecasting of Solar Irradiance

Hariharan

2020

Energy Sources, Part A: Recovery, Utilization, and Environmenta

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Solar power parks are renewable large-scale power generation alternatives for fossil fuel-based power stations. The outbreak of novel coronavirus has restricted vehicular movement which has aided in the reduction of environmental pollutants level. In this study, the environmental data retrieved from the world's largest solar park at Pavagada, India shows the variation in solar irradiance in a tropical climate. A robust ARIMA-based model with low root mean square error value of 0.729 has been built to analyze and forecast the solar irradiance levels. The model predicted solar irradiance range of 4-8 kWh/m 2 /day is higher than the previous years which reveals the potential for increment in the photovoltaic panel power generation in the solar power plants.

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“…Besides, dust on the PV module surface prevents solar irradiation from attaining the cells through the glass cover. The composition, density, and particle distribution of extracted dust can affect the current-voltage, power output, and characteristics of PV modules [123].…”

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Electricity Generation in Saudi Arabia: Tracing Opportunities and Challenges to Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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The electrical energy demand of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has been observing a surging growth due to high population growth and urbanization rate. The generation mostly comes from the burning of petroleum products. The electricity sector emits more than one-third of the national greenhouse gas (GHG) of the country. Thus, it is essential to reduce the GHG from the electricity generation sector to maintain sustainability. This article mainly concentrates on the existing electricity generation and focuses on the Kingdom's GHG emissions mitigation initiatives. Although the use of natural gas and the number of cogeneration plants have been increased in electricity generation, the country has also been focusing on other initiatives, including the adaptation of combined cycle power plants, carbon capture, utilization, and sequestration (CCUS), renewable and alternative energy sources, and various utility-scale energy efficiency measures. The ambitious and inspirational renewable energy (RE) targets of the Saudi Vision 2030 will significantly facilitate GHG emission avoidance, which will support the Kingdom to meet its Nationally Determined Contributions. This article recommends various mitigation measures, including the usage of the efficient internal combustion engine, poly-generation, combined heat and power (CHP) systems, deployment of renewable resources in the distribution and microgrid systems, bio-mass engine, and ocean thermal energy conversion plants. The decision-makers and the researchers will find the discussions and recommendations helpful in determining suitable and appropriate mitigation initiatives and technologies.INDEX TERMS Carbon capture, climate change mitigation, electricity generation, greenhouse gas emissions, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, renewable energy, review.

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A review of dust accumulation and cleaning methods for solar photovoltaic systems

Cited by 172 publications

References 103 publications

Condition Assessment of Solar Modules by Flash Test and Electroluminescence Test

Condition Assessment of Solar Modules by Flash Test and Electroluminescence Test

COVID-19: A Boon for Tropical Solar Parks?: A Time Series Based Analysis and Forecasting of Solar Irradiance

Electricity Generation in Saudi Arabia: Tracing Opportunities and Challenges to Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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