Application of metal oxides-based nanofluids in PV/T systems: a review

A holistic and state-of-the-art review of nanotechnology in solar cells

“…The literature survey shows numerous review articles have been published on various topics of nanotechnology application in solar direct electricity generation over the last 5 years. For example, Mohammad et al [7] summarized the influence of nanoparticles inclusion in PCM with application in solar systems, Kandeal et al [8] explored the techniques used in the cooling of PV panels, Amudhalapalli et al [9] discussed nano-enhanced PCMs synthesis and characterization where these materials could be used in PV/T systems and other solar thermal equipment, Ahmed et al [10] reviewed the application of metal oxide nanofluids in PVT systems, and Kumar et al [11] presented a review on the exergy analysis of various solar energy systems including solar collectors and PV/T systems. Having said this, one could see that the literature is critically missing a review paper based on a more holistic approach covering the contribution of nanotechnology to PV & PVT cells, as well as other supplementary facilities of solar direct power generation units.…”