Numerical Simulation of Temperature Dependency on Performance of Solar PVC

Dhankar, Usha; Dahiya, Sunita; Chawla, Rashmi; Kumar, Prashant; Gupta, Neeraj

doi:10.1007/s12633-022-01804-6

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“…This further increases the surface temperature of the cells. Since solar cells are essentially semiconductors, they are sensitive to temperature (Dhankar et al 2022 ). An increase in temperature reduces the semiconductor's bandgap, affecting most material parameters.…”

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Effects of nanocoatings on the temperature-dependent cell parameters and power generation of photovoltaic panels

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Operational requirements of photovoltaic (PV) modules result in their inherent exposure to harsh environmental conditions. The performance of solar cells decreases with increasing temperature, with both efficiency and power output getting affected. High ambient temperature coupled with irradiance absorption leads to an elevated photovoltaic cell operating temperature, adversely affecting the panels' lifespan. Superhydrophobic nanocoatings are the preferred solution to reduce the accumulation of dust (soiling) over the surface of the panels. This article aims to study the effects of nanocoatings on module operating temperature and temperature-dependent cell parameters, such as open-circuit voltage ( ), short-circuit current ( ) and power generation. The application of nanocoating over the surface of solar panels reduces the operating temperatures while improving power generation in a temperate location with high annual atmospheric temperatures.

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“…The performance of photo voltaic cells is significantly influenced by temperature rise [30]. Temperature changes can influence various solar cell parameters, affecting its electrical characteristics and overall energy conversion efficiency.…”

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Numerical Investigation of High Efficiency Cu₂SnSe₃ Thin Film Solar Cell with a Suitable ZnSe Buffer Layer Using SCAPS 1D Software

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Ahmed,

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As the world’s energy demand continues to grow, thin-film solar cells are poised to play an increasingly important role in meeting that demand. In this research, we have proposed and simulated a high-efficiency Cu2SnSe3- based thin film solar cell structure using a solar cell capacitance simulator (SCAPS-1D) software. The numerical performance of Cu2SnSe3 thin films solar cell with ZnO:Al as the electron transport layer (ETL), ZnSe as the buffer layer, SnS as the hole transport layer (HTL), Ag as the front and Ni as the back contact with the structure (Ag/ZnO:Al/Cu2SnSe3/SnS/Ni) has been studied. This simulation intended to investigate the effect of the ZnO:Al electron transport layer and SnS hole transport layer on the performance of the proposed solar cell. The device was optimized concerning the thickness, temperature, series and shunt resistance, donor density of the Electron transport layer, back contact metal work function, and acceptor density of the Cu2SnSe3-based thin film solar cell. The thickness of the ETL, buffer, absorber, and HTL was optimized to 0.2 μm, 0.05 μm, 1.5 μm, and 0.1 μm, respectively. The proposed cadmium-free Cu2SnSe3 thin films solar cell exhibited a conversion efficiency of 31.04%, VOC of 1.08 V, JSC of 34.11 mA/cm2, and FF of 83.84%. As a result, due to its low cost, earth-abundant, non-toxicity, and high efficiency, the suggested Cu2SnSe3-based solar cell may be an attractive candidate for thin film solar cells.

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Numerical Simulation of Temperature Dependency on Performance of Solar PVC

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Effects of nanocoatings on the temperature-dependent cell parameters and power generation of photovoltaic panels

Effects of nanocoatings on the temperature-dependent cell parameters and power generation of photovoltaic panels

Numerical Investigation of High Efficiency Cu₂SnSe₃ Thin Film Solar Cell with a Suitable ZnSe Buffer Layer Using SCAPS 1D Software

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