Innovations in Solar Thermal Energy: Techniques to Enhance Photovoltaic-Thermal System Efficiency delves into the transformative potential of solar thermal energy as a pivotal solution to modern energy challenges. The book provides a comprehensive exploration of state-of-the-art advancements, strategies, and innovations in photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) systems, with a focus on improving their efficiency and sustainability. From understanding the principles behind solar harnessing to addressing practical challenges in system integration, the text serves as an essential resource for researchers, engineers, and energy enthusiasts aiming to revolutionize renewable energy technologies and contribute to a sustainable future through optimized solar solutions.
Beyond its technical insights, the book also addresses broader applications, including innovative design techniques, economic implications, and emerging technologies in the field. With clear illustrations and case studies, it offers actionable knowledge for both academic and industrial professionals.
1. Title of Book - p. i 2. Cover image - p. i 3. Title page - p. ii 4. Table of Contents - p. iii 5. Copyright - p. iv 6. About the author - p. xi 7. About Kandelous - p. xiii 8. Preface - p. xv 9. 1. Overview of photovoltaic cell technologies - p. 1 10. 2. Enhancing photovoltaic-thermal system performance through nanofluid cooling - p. 23 11. 3. Integrating photovoltaic-thermal systems with thermal energy storage using a paraffin layer - p. 47 12. 4. Enhancing temperature uniformity in photovoltaic systems through confined jet impingement cooling - p. 75 13. 5. Using photovoltaic systems with nanofluid spectral filters - p. 105 14. 6. Employing phase change material (PCM) spectral splitters to boost photovoltaic efficiency - p. 141 15. 7. Advanced cooling strategies for concentrated photovoltaic thermal systems - p. 173 16. 8. Integrating photovoltaic-thermal systems with heat pipes - p. 199 17. 9. Merging photovoltaic modules with thermoelectric technology - p. 223 18. 10. Integrating electrolyzer with photovoltaic systems for hydrogen production - p. 253 19. 11. Enhancing photovoltaic performance through hydrogel-mediated water vapor sorption–evaporation - p. 279 20. 12. Evaluating the influence of dust accumulation on photovoltaic performance and implementing self-cleaning strategies - p. 301 21. 13. Exploring the utilization of floating photovoltaic systems - p. 331 22. 14. Double-glazed photovoltaic for building applications - p. 355 23. Appendix A - p. 377 24. Appendix B. Flow and heat transfer within a 3D pipe - p. 391 25. Appendix C. Simulation of the elbow pipe - p. 405 26. Appendix D. Simulation of 2D cavity - p. 415 27. Appendix E. Simulation of fluid natural convection in lid-driven cavity - p. 431 28. Appendix F. Simulation of fluid natural convection in cavity with a wavy wall - p. 439 29. Appendix G. Natural convection within the annulus - p. 447 30. Appendix H. Melting within finned annulus - p. 467 31. Appendix I. Heat within the PCM zone - p. 485 32. Appendix J. CVFEM Code for 2D advection-diffusion - p. 501 33. Appendix K. FORTRAN Code for LBM (Lid driven cavity) - p. 515 34. Appendix L. FORTRAN Code for LBM (Natural convection in a cavity) - p. 517 35. Appendix M. FDM for conduction problem - p. 527 36. Appendix N. Maple Code for analyzing thermoelectric module - p. 535 37. Appendix O. Maple code for analyzing the photovoltaic module - p. 539 38. Appendix P. SAMPLE of code for phase change process (FELX PDE) - p. 543 39. Index - p. 545
Innovations in Solar Thermal Energy: Techniques to Enhance Photovoltaic-Thermal System Efficiency delves into the transformative potential of solar thermal energy as a pivotal solution to modern energy challenges. The book provides a comprehensive exploration of state-of-the-art advancements, strategies, and innovations in photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) systems, with a focus on improving their efficiency and sustainability. From understanding the principles behind solar harnessing to addressing practical challenges in system integration, the text serves as an essential resource for researchers, engineers, and energy enthusiasts aiming to revolutionize renewable energy technologies and contribute to a sustainable future through optimized solar solutions.
Beyond its technical insights, the book also addresses broader applications, including innovative design techniques, economic implications, and emerging technologies in the field. With clear illustrations and case studies, it offers actionable knowledge for both academic and industrial professionals.
1. Title of Book - p. i 2. Cover image - p. i 3. Title page - p. ii 4. Table of Contents - p. iii 5. Copyright - p. iv 6. About the author - p. xi 7. About Kandelous - p. xiii 8. Preface - p. xv 9. 1. Overview of photovoltaic cell technologies - p. 1 10. 2. Enhancing photovoltaic-thermal system performance through nanofluid cooling - p. 23 11. 3. Integrating photovoltaic-thermal systems with thermal energy storage using a paraffin layer - p. 47 12. 4. Enhancing temperature uniformity in photovoltaic systems through confined jet impingement cooling - p. 75 13. 5. Using photovoltaic systems with nanofluid spectral filters - p. 105 14. 6. Employing phase change material (PCM) spectral splitters to boost photovoltaic efficiency - p. 141 15. 7. Advanced cooling strategies for concentrated photovoltaic thermal systems - p. 173 16. 8. Integrating photovoltaic-thermal systems with heat pipes - p. 199 17. 9. Merging photovoltaic modules with thermoelectric technology - p. 223 18. 10. Integrating electrolyzer with photovoltaic systems for hydrogen production - p. 253 19. 11. Enhancing photovoltaic performance through hydrogel-mediated water vapor sorption–evaporation - p. 279 20. 12. Evaluating the influence of dust accumulation on photovoltaic performance and implementing self-cleaning strategies - p. 301 21. 13. Exploring the utilization of floating photovoltaic systems - p. 331 22. 14. Double-glazed photovoltaic for building applications - p. 355 23. Appendix A - p. 377 24. Appendix B. Flow and heat transfer within a 3D pipe - p. 391 25. Appendix C. Simulation of the elbow pipe - p. 405 26. Appendix D. Simulation of 2D cavity - p. 415 27. Appendix E. Simulation of fluid natural convection in lid-driven cavity - p. 431 28. Appendix F. Simulation of fluid natural convection in cavity with a wavy wall - p. 439 29. Appendix G. Natural convection within the annulus - p. 447 30. Appendix H. Melting within finned annulus - p. 467 31. Appendix I. Heat within the PCM zone - p. 485 32. Appendix J. CVFEM Code for 2D advection-diffusion - p. 501 33. Appendix K. FORTRAN Code for LBM (Lid driven cavity) - p. 515 34. Appendix L. FORTRAN Code for LBM (Natural convection in a cavity) - p. 517 35. Appendix M. FDM for conduction problem - p. 527 36. Appendix N. Maple Code for analyzing thermoelectric module - p. 535 37. Appendix O. Maple code for analyzing the photovoltaic module - p. 539 38. Appendix P. SAMPLE of code for phase change process (FELX PDE) - p. 543 39. Index - p. 545
