Journal articles: 'Solar energy harnessing'

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Aggarwal, Jitisha, and M. L. Aggarwal. "Harnessing Solar Energy for Every Home: Energy Saving Applications." Conference Papers in Science 2014 (April 10, 2014): 1–3. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/628294.

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Most of the present day resources of energy are limited and irreplaceable. The next generation will face acute energy crisis if alternate resources of energy are not developed concurrently. Increasing cost and import of conventional resources have bad effect on the economy of a country, and the only cheaper solution is “unlimited power” from the sun. The use of solar energy is so far limited in household applications. In fact, if we harness only 0.0034 percent of the solar energy reaching the Earth’s surface, the energy need of the whole world will be met. In the present work, a substitute of 10-watt conventional night lamp has been proposed by a solar night lamp of the same light intensity through an experimental setup. The developed solar system is cheaper, portable, user friendly, and free from maintenance. The paper stresses on the need of replacement of conventional night lamp by solar night lamp in every home for reducing the energy crisis at present.

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Null, Jan. "Harnessing the Sun:The Promises of Solar Energy." Weatherwise 62, no. 4 (July 2009): 30–36. http://dx.doi.org/10.3200/wewi.62.4.30-36.

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Drela, Karolina. "Harnessing solar energy and green hydrogen – the energy transition." Procedia Computer Science 192 (2021): 4942–51. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.procs.2021.09.272.

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Nigam, Anshul, and Ashwani Sharma. "Photo-bioreactors: Harnessing Solar Energy in Biological Way." Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, India Section B: Biological Sciences 90, no. 4 (August 28, 2019): 723–32. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s40011-019-01132-7.

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John Pirt, S. "Microbial photosynthesis in the harnessing of solar energy." Journal of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology 32, no. 1 (April 24, 2007): 198–202. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jctb.5030320124.

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Ding, Yu, Xuelin Guo, Katrina Ramirez-Meyers, Yangen Zhou, Leyuan Zhang, Fei Zhao, and Guihua Yu. "Simultaneous energy harvesting and storage via solar-driven regenerative electrochemical cycles." Energy & Environmental Science 12, no. 11 (2019): 3370–79. http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/c9ee01930h.

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Kakade, S. S., and A. M. Umbarkar. "Harnessing Solar Power with a Smart Flower Prototype: Design and Fabrication." International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology 11, no. 6 (June 30, 2023): 2277–91. http://dx.doi.org/10.22214/ijraset.2023.54029.

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Abstract: Globally, renewable energy has grown remarkably. In the upcoming years, significant growth in the use of renewable energy is anticipated in India. With the majority of installations, solar energy led the renewable energy market, followed by wind energy. This demonstrates India's dedication to making the switch to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. This research article discusses the design and fabrication of a prototype of a smart solar electricity generator flower i.e., the Smart Solar Flower (SSF), a unique and effective solar energy solution. It examines the features, advantages, and design of the SSF. The SSF, which was designed after flowers, autonomously tracks the sun to maximize energy harvesting. Photovoltaic panels, a solar tracking system, energy storage, a smart control unit, a self-cleaning mechanism, and sensors are some of its parts. The scalable and adaptive SSF may support energy-dependent systems, charge electric vehicles, power devices, and provide lighting. Intelligent sensor technology, machine learning, and Internet of Things connectivity enable autonomous adjustment based on the weather and energy consumption. Reduced reliance on fossil fuels, lower carbon emissions, and a sustainable future are all advantages for the environment. Installation expenses, energy savings, and money production are taken into account for economic viability. Efficiency, durability, and cost are explored along with challenges and prospects for the future. The SSF has significant promise for generating sustainable energy and revolutionizing the use of solar power to tackle global energy concerns.

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Szabo, Reuben, Khoa N. Le, and Tim Kowalczyk. "Multifactor theoretical modeling of solar thermal fuels built on azobenzene and norbornadiene scaffolds." Sustainable Energy & Fuels 5, no. 8 (2021): 2335–46. http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/d1se00041a.

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Photoisomerizing solar thermal fuels (STFs) offer a unique way of harnessing solar energy. Computational modeling toward improving STF performance requires a balanced treatment of ground- and excited-state properties.

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Kushwah, Anand, Manoj Kumar Gaur, and Rajindra Kumar Pandit. "The Role of Phase Change Materials for Lifetime Heating of Buildings in Cold Climatic Conditions." International Journal of Built Environment and Sustainability 7, no. 3 (August 27, 2020): 81–96. http://dx.doi.org/10.11113/ijbes.v7.n3.600.

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The study focuses on utilization of the solar insulation in buildings by means of thermal storage materials. During months of April to October, a significant part of solar gain was noticed in outer walls as well as in roof of the structure. Light weight modern construction materials have low thermal inertia so it stores less energy. The study focuses on the utilization of Phase Change Materials (PCM) for harnessing solar thermal energy for heating buildings. Various researches that show the effect of implementing PCMs in different parts of buildings like in walls, roof, windows, doors, floor etc. has been shown in the paper. The PCMs are helpful especially for those buildings which are located in cold climatic condition. Effective solutions are still required for harnessing maximum possible solar energy for heating buildings by storing heat energy by means of thermal storage materials like PCMs in hot days and to liberate it in cold night.

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Biswas, Neeraj Kumar, Anupam Srivastav, Sakshi Saxena, Anuradha Verma, Runjhun Dutta, Manju Srivastava, Sumant Upadhyay, Vibha Rani Satsangi, Rohit Shrivastav, and Sahab Dass. "The impact of electrolytic pH on photoelectrochemical water oxidation." RSC Advances 13, no. 7 (2023): 4324–30. http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/d2ra07271h.

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Nikolaidis, Pavlos. "Solar Energy Harnessing Technologies towards De-Carbonization: A Systematic Review of Processes and Systems." Energies 16, no. 17 (August 24, 2023): 6153. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/en16176153.

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Solar energy, derived from the inexhaustible energy of the sun, has emerged as a promising solution to mitigate the environmental challenges posed by fossil fuel consumption and global climate change. This work explores the underlying principles of solar energy exploitation, focusing on energy collection technologies as the primary means of solar energy conversion. The physics of the state-of-the-art mechanisms, the photovoltaic effect, and the advancements that have driven the transformation of solar energy into a viable and sustainable alternative energy source are also examined. Through a comprehensive review of relevant literature and pioneering research, this study highlights the immense potential of solar energy and its role in shaping a cleaner, greener future. Towards de-carbonization, the various exploitation technologies are divided into direct and indirect in order to optimize resource utilization. Accounting for the most important advantages presented, solar-based utilization processes are perhaps the only ones that provide access to energy for all to satisfy their vital needs. As nations continue to embrace solar energy and invest in its development, we move closer to achieving a more sustainable and environmentally friendly world for generations to come.

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Kecsenovity, E., B. Endrődi, Zs Pápa, K. Hernádi, K. Rajeshwar, and C. Janáky. "Decoration of ultra-long carbon nanotubes with Cu2O nanocrystals: a hybrid platform for enhanced photoelectrochemical CO2 reduction." Journal of Materials Chemistry A 4, no. 8 (2016): 3139–47. http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/c5ta10457b.

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Ndubuisi, A. O., E. Imolorhe, and M. L. Akinyemi. "Investigating the effect of solar trackers on solar energy harnessing in the Tropics." IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science 173 (July 2018): 012044. http://dx.doi.org/10.1088/1755-1315/173/1/012044.

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Akuru, Udochukwu B., Ogbonnaya I. Okoro, and Chibuike F. Maduko. "Harnessing Nigeria’s abundant solar energy potential using the DESERTEC model." Journal of Energy in Southern Africa 26, no. 3 (September 23, 2015): 105–10. http://dx.doi.org/10.17159/2413-3051/2016/v26i3a2148.

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The DESERTEC project, a European Union (EU) initiative to harness solar energy by means of Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) from Africa for use in Europe, shows the enormous potential that exists in alternative energy sources for the sub-region once there is political will. The Trans-Mediterranean Renewable Energy Corporation (TREC), a network of scientists and politicians who have taken it upon themselves to solve Europe’s energy problem using sun from Africa, conducted three studies which evaluated the potential of renewable energy resources in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), the expected needs for water and power in EU-MENA between now and 2050 and issues relating to the construction of an electricity transmission grid connecting the EU and MENA (EU-MENA-Connection), with a formula to turn the North African desert sun into electricity and transport same to Europe. This paper harnesses the TREC fact-finding studies in order to estimate how much the same ideas can be applied in many other parts of the world, Nigeria in particular. Investigation reveals that this association exists with huge potentials for an energy-starved country like Nigeria in harnessing her abundant hot sun in the north, which could go a long way in meeting the energy needs in that part of the country and beyond. Other benefits include unlimited supplies of clean electricity, agricultural gains, and creation of new industries, new jobs and new sources of income.

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Kumar, Arjun, Shivashankar, and Bhagwan S. Ram. "Efficient Solar Integrated Doubly Fed Induction Generator for Wind Energy Harnessing." Recent Advances in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Formerly Recent Patents on Electrical & Electronic Engineering) 13, no. 5 (September 22, 2020): 723–35. http://dx.doi.org/10.2174/2352096512666191019094707.

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Background: Doubly-Fed Induction Generator (DFIG) is a dual input conventional asynchronous device connected across both stator and rotor, which also functions as an electrical transducer consuming up-to 30 % of the generated power during the rotor injection. This is the major concern with respect to the DFIG in terms of effective power generation. Methods: The proposed work provides the solution for this undesirable power loss by connecting the DFIG with an array of solar Photovoltaic (PV) panel through a conventional direct current bus using a boost converter. This research setup can work on the basis of indirect vector control algorithms applied at the rotor and grid converter level in order to maintain the constant DC voltage under arbitrary conditions. Results: Even the variations in voltage and frequency will be controlled with this novel approach. A simulation model of the 300KW solar PV array and a 2MW DFIG system is developed using MATLAB/Simulink environment. Conclusion: Solar and wind energy sources incorporate Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) through their control algorithms resulting in the add on 30-80 KW of solar power for rotor injection compared to the existing system in order to reduce the power rating of the converters and power consumption from the grid.

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Karim, Abid, Rabia Kaneez, Mahmood Iqbal, Usama Ayub, Sheikh Kamalludin, and Tanveer Iqbal. "A Technical and Financial Analysis of the Solar Energy Harnessing in Karachi." JOURNAL OF NANOSCOPE (JN) 3, no. 1 (June 20, 2022): 47–67. http://dx.doi.org/10.52700/jn.v3i1.52.

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In this paper the technical and financial analysis was done for the extensive market survey relating to the solar energy harnessing in Karachi which is the biggest import, whole sale and retail market and follow as role model for most of other Pakistani markets. The severity of the electrical energy crises leads to the pressure on the individual user to find solutions for their long, load shedding hours. The marketing and advertisement exaggerated the Solar Photovoltaic panels as the best solutions which trigger the impulsive buying of solar modules and related accessories to produce the “free of cost” electrical energy. However, it was not proven as simple and free as it was marketed and advertised which leads to the tremendous loss of capital / investment and foreign exchange because of the major portion of solar energy related products are imported. In this work, several markets were survey and investigated i.e. Saddar, Bolten Shareshah, Qaidabade, Gulshan and Sohrab Goth where various brands of the solar panels were investigated by means of technical, financial and environmental based in order to optimize the policies and guideline for the investment, installation, operation and maintenance (OEM).

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Kanyarusoke, Kant E., Jasson Gryzagoridis, and Graeme Oliver. "Are solar tracking technologies feasible for domestic applications in rural tropical Africa?" Journal of Energy in Southern Africa 26, no. 1 (March 23, 2015): 86–95. http://dx.doi.org/10.17159/2413-3051/2015/v26i1a2224.

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That solar tracking improves energy yields from solar harvest systems is not debatable. Nor is the under powering of tropical Africa amidst plenty of energy resources – including solar. This paper presents a review of recent literature on tracking as applied to domestic solar harnessing devices. The purpose is to find basic requirements in design of a suitable solar tracker for the region’s rural homes. It is concluded that Single axis passive trackers possibly will stand better chances of acceptability in the region.

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Piyumal, Kasun, Aruna Ranaweera, Sudath Kalingamudali, and Nihal Kularatna. "Supercapacitor Assisted Hybrid PV System for Efficient Solar Energy Harnessing." Electronics 10, no. 19 (October 4, 2021): 2422. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/electronics10192422.

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In photovoltaic (PV) systems, maximum power point (MPP) is tracked by matching the load impedance to the internal impedance of the PV array by adjusting the duty cycle of the associated DC-DC converter. Scientists are trying to improve the efficiency of these converters by improving the performance of the power stage, while limited attention is given to finding alternative methods. This article describes a novel supercapacitor (SC) assisted technique to enhance the efficiency of a PV system without modifying the power stage of the charge controller. The proposed system is an SC—battery hybrid PV system where an SC bank is coupled in series with a PV array to enhance the overall system efficiency. Developed prototype of the proposed system with SC assisted loss circumvention embedded with a DC microgrid application detailed in the article showed that the average efficiency of the PV system is increased by 8%. This article further describes the theoretical and experimental investigation of the impedance matching technique for the proposed PV system, explaining how to adapt typical impedance matching for maximum power transfer.

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Zhang, Chao, Hong‐Qing Liang, Zhi‐Kang Xu, and Zuankai Wang. "Harnessing Solar‐Driven Photothermal Effect toward the Water–Energy Nexus." Advanced Science 6, no. 18 (July 22, 2019): 1900883. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/advs.201900883.

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Saxena, Sanyam, and Akhil Muralidharan. "Novel Design of Solar Cooker with Bottom Feed." Applied Mechanics and Materials 592-594 (July 2014): 2391–95. http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/amm.592-594.2391.

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Efforts for harnessing solar energy were made many decades ago. Solar cooking was opted worldwide as a convenient and economical method to cook food. Since then, several investigators have studied various aspects of solar cooking. The studies on solar cookers can be broadly classified into the following categories: (a) design, fabrication and testing of new types of solar cookers, (b) methods of boosting the solar energy on the cooker aperture using booster mirrors,(c) energy storage types of cookers, for use indoors and also during off sunshine periods, (d) tests on different types of cooking vessels and (e) modeling and simulation techniques.

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Nileshkumar, Shah Krutikk, Prajapati Prince, and Karandikar Jay Mukulbhai. "Design and Development of Solar Drone." International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology 11, no. 6 (June 30, 2023): 2578–83. http://dx.doi.org/10.22214/ijraset.2023.50649.

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Abstract: The harnessing of solar energy during operations of unmanned aerial vehicle(UAV) provides potential solution to combat energy constraints. This Thesis examines the practicality of mini solar drone and provide experimental validation in regards to energy maximization through solar energy management and flight time optimization.The simulations results are consistent with real time measurements during flight test. This project deals with a quadcopter using solar energy as well as lithium polymer battery as power source combination to give maximum flight output. Using solar panels, it collects the energy during day time for immediate use and also store the remaining part for night as well. The objective is to identify , design and analyze such a reusable solar powered quadcopter for high altitude endurance and longer battery life.

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Abbas Fadil, Doaa, Riyadh Jabbar Al-Bahadili, and Mohammed Najm Abdullah. "Harnessing energy for wearable technology: a sustainable approach." Indonesian Journal of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science 32, no. 1 (October 1, 2023): 160. http://dx.doi.org/10.11591/ijeecs.v32.i1.pp160-166.

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Recent advancements in electrical sensing and electronics have notably propelled the progress of wearable fitness and medical technology. Key to these applications is the mobility of wearable nodes, essential for remote patient monitoring. However, the limited lifespan of wearable devices, particularly in biomedical applications, poses a significant challenge to their widespread adoption. Energy harvesting technology emerges as a promising solution to this issue, despite the inherent challenges of size, weight, and cost restrictions for wearable devices. This study presents three innovative strategies for harnessing solar and thermal energy at wearable sensor nodes, offering new pathways to overcome the longevity constraints of wearable technology.

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Abdullah-Al-Mahbub, Md, Abu Reza Md Towfiqul Islam, Hussein Almohamad, Ahmed Abdullah Al Dughairi, Motrih Al-Mutiry, and Hazem Ghassan Abdo. "Different Forms of Solar Energy Progress: The Fast-Growing Eco-Friendly Energy Source in Bangladesh for a Sustainable Future." Energies 15, no. 18 (September 16, 2022): 6790. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/en15186790.

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Global fossil fuel reserves are declining due to differential uses, especially for power generation. Everybody can help to do their bit for the environment by using solar energy. Geographically, Bangladesh is a potential zone for harnessing solar energy. In March 2021, the renewable generation capacity in Bangladesh amounted to 722.592 MW, including 67.6% from solar, 31.84% from hydro, and 0.55% from other energy sources, including wind, biogas, and biomass, where 488.662 MW of power originated from over 6 million installed solar power systems. Concurrently, over 42% of rural people still suffer from a lack of electricity, where solar energy can play a vital role. This paper highlights the present status of various forms of solar energy progress in Bangladesh, such as solar parks, solar rooftops, solar irrigation, solar charging stations, solar home systems, solar-powered telecoms, solar street lights, and solar drinking water, which can be viable alternative sources of energy. This review will help decision-makers and investors realize Bangladesh’s up-to-date solar energy scenario and plan better for the development of a sustainable society.

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Abiodun, Oludayo Emmanuel, Mahmoud Solomon, James Bolarinwa Olaleye, and Joseph Olalekan Olusina. "HARNESSING POTENTIALS OF SOLAR RADIATION IN LIBERIA USING ARTIFICIAL NEURAL NETWORK." NED University Journal of Research XIX, no. 4 (September 5, 2022): 39–50. http://dx.doi.org/10.35453/nedjr-ascn-2022-0011r1.

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The current state of energy supply in Liberia is a combination of fossil fuel and hydroelectric power generation and the cost of generating, maintaining, and distributing energy is high. On the other hand, Liberia lies within a suitable zone for solar energy utilisation for photovoltaic applications, as its climate is relatively hot all year round. This paper investigates the use of the artificial neural network to model the reliability of solar radiation in a study area in Liberia, as a necessary prerequisite for alternative power generation. Seven variables (longitude, latitude, elevation, average temperature, precipitation, wind speed and relative humidity) were used as input data (causal variables) and one parameter/factor (solar radiation) was used as output (response variable) for 2000-2018. The obtained results showed that the employed model explains all the variabilities of the response data around the mean with an overall regression value of 0.93. It was found through visualised maps that the study area is in a suitable spot for the utilisation of solar energy potentials.

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Pedroso Silva Santos, Bianca, Arthur de Castro Ribeiro, Jose Geraldo de Melo Furtado, and Maria de Fátima Vieira Marques. "Synthesis and Characterization of Conductive Terpolymer for Solar Cell Application." Journal of Aerospace Technology and Management, no. 1 (January 21, 2020): 41–44. http://dx.doi.org/10.5028/jatm.etmq.07.

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Polymeric solar cells (PSCs) are a promising alternative for harnessing solar energy and producing clean and renewable energy. In the present work, a new photovoltaic polymer was synthesized to be applied as an electron donor in PSCs. The conjugated polymer showed high solubility. The optical and electronic properties were investigated in which it was possible to observe wide absorption band and bandgap indicating that it is a promising material for application in solar cells.

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Batrice, Rami J., and John C. Gordon. "Powering the next industrial revolution: transitioning from nonrenewable energy to solar fuels via CO2 reduction." RSC Advances 11, no. 1 (2021): 87–113. http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/d0ra07790a.

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Solar energy has been used for decades for the direct production of electricity in various industries and devices. However, harnessing and storing this energy in the form of chemical bonds has emerged as a promising alternative to fossil fuels.

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Kaliappan, Kannan. "Harnessing Maximum Power from PV Module using DC-DC Converter." International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology 9, no. VI (June 25, 2021): 2710–16. http://dx.doi.org/10.22214/ijraset.2021.35513.

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Solar energy is one of the most potent sources of energy. In the wake of depleting fossil fuel energy sources and growing environmental concerns, world is in a relentless drive towards utilizing natural resources like sun efficiently. The aim of the project is to make the solar module work in MPPT mode (Maximum Power Point Tracking) Mode. At this condition, the system is able to extract maximum power from the module without affecting the PV module. MPPT control here is obtained using boost converter. Applying PWM with proper controlling algorithm will vary the duty ratio of the converter such that system will run in MPP mode.

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Okandeji, A. A., M. B. Olajide, G. O. Olasunkanmi, and Z. O. Jagun. "Analysis and implementation of a solar tracking rack system." Nigerian Journal of Technology 39, no. 3 (September 16, 2020): 871–86. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/njt.v39i3.29.

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Solar energy is the most feasible source of renewable energy especially in sun rich regions like Africa. In particular, electrically epileptic country like Nigeria with current power output of only about 3.5GW of energy has a relatively long sunny period for about 90% of the year, making Nigeria very rich in solar power. Maximally harnessing solar energy into usable electricity however, is still a fundamental problem as the existing models can harness only about 70% of the available energy. To maximally harness solar energy, a solar panel must be perpendicular to the energy source for all 12hours of sunlight availability, and must be able to follow the sun’s movement all day long. Accordingly, this work considers the analysis, construction, and implementation of a single axis solar tracking dynamic system. Experimental result show that the proposed system outperforms the conventional static solar tracking system. Keywords: solar energy, single axis, harvesting-solar energy.

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Ramana, A. S., T. V. Ashokumaar, and K. Vignesh. "Review on Performance Enhancement Studies on Solar Dryer." Applied Mechanics and Materials 787 (August 2015): 129–33. http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/amm.787.129.

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Abundant availability of solar energy and fast depleting fossil fuel reserves have necessitated deployment of large scale solar thermal systems for meeting the space heating, process heating and drying requirements. Researchers worldwide have focused on developing energy efficient dryer capable of enhancing product quality, reduced drying time, high throughput, minimal pre-treatments prior to drying with less energy loss in cost effective way. The present paper surveys literature on performance enhancement studies on solar dryer with a thrust on energy efficiency improvements in solar air collector and a multipurpose solar drying system. The effect of adoption of absorber plate with different types of fins, design modifications, CFD based optimization techniques and incorporation of storage materials have been reviewed. A dual-purpose solar water heating and drying system with phase change material (PCM) is suggested for effective harnessing of solar energy.

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Halim, Mohammad. "Harnessing Sun’s Energy with Quantum Dots Based Next Generation Solar Cell." Nanomaterials 3, no. 1 (December 27, 2012): 22–47. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/nano3010022.

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Ravi, Sai Kishore, and Swee Ching Tan. "Progress and perspectives in exploiting photosynthetic biomolecules for solar energy harnessing." Energy & Environmental Science 8, no. 9 (2015): 2551–73. http://dx.doi.org/10.1039/c5ee01361e.

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Photosynthetic proteins are emerging as a new class of photovoltaic materials as their nature-designed architecture and internal circuitry are so sophisticated that they carry out the initial light-driven steps of photosynthesis with ≈100% quantum efficiency.

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Akhtar, Sophia, M. Khurram Hashmi, Ishaq Ahmad, and Rizwan Raza. "Advances and significance of solar reflectors in solar energy technology in Pakistan." Energy & Environment 29, no. 4 (March 28, 2018): 435–55. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0958305x18758487.

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Being located in the Sun Belt, Pakistan is rich in sunlight and receives a high mean irradiation. This condition is ideal for harnessing Sun’s power for solar energy applications by using solar reflectors. In spite of possessing such a rich solar irradiation area, Pakistan is facing energy crisis because most of the energy resources are still unexploited. This paper discusses the energy crisis of Pakistan and provides the solution by putting efforts into solar energy technology, as well as devising innovative ways to incorporate solar reflectors into a solar panel and get more power generation out of it by a diminutive modification. Reflectors are used in the solar technology to concentrate the sunlight onto the solar panels. They employ glass as a base material with a silver coating and a protective layer over it. They elevate the energy input of solar panels as the whole solar spectrum is reflected on them. Materials with more reflective properties are needed to be used to increase the reflectivity and efficiency of solar reflectors. In Pakistan, no significant work is done till now towards the development of solar reflectors. If solar reflectors are used with the solar panels, then their efficiency as well as production from the solar panels will be maximized.

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Hidalgo Diaz, Victor Hugo, and Ning Chen. "Application of Vortex Process to Cleaner Energy Generation." Applied Mechanics and Materials 71-78 (July 2011): 2196–203. http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/amm.71-78.2196.

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The vortex process generated Mechanical energy; this is produced when heat is carried upward by convection in the atmosphere. Processes for controlling and concentrating where the mechanical energy is produced could be a method of harnessing solar energy and the wind movement, but this process it’s more efficient that Wind turbines that these can only produce electricity when the speed of the oncoming wind is within certain limits. The vortex process is compared with the solar chimney phenomenon which shares the same thermodynamic basis. The physical tube of the solar chimney is replaced with a vortex and the atmospheric boundary layer acts as the solar collector. The reasons for this paper its give another option in generation of cleaner energy and also innovating power generation industry. This template explains and demonstrates how to prepare your camera-ready paper for Trans Tech Publications. The best is to read these instructions and follow the outline of this text.

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Mishra, Purva. "Harnessing Solar Energy Through Photovoltaic System in Chandigarh: A Step Towards Preparing for Climate Change." Indian Journal of Public Administration 65, no. 2 (June 2019): 325–45. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0019556119844593.

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Climate is rapidly changing with disruptive impacts. Without decisive action, energy-related greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions would lead to climate degradation. All types of energy efficiency technologies will require widespread deployment, as global warming is likely to reach 1.5°C between 2030 and 2052, if it continues to increase at the current rate. Photovoltaic (PV) energy is one of the most promising emerging technologies in mitigating the impact of climate change. PV is the name of a method of converting solar energy into direct current electricity. Therefore, the objectives of this article are to study the initiatives taken by energy development agencies in India for promoting renewable sources of energy, to study the use of solar power as a renewable source of energy through PV system and to analyse the solar PV rooftop system in Chandigarh as a case study. The article is an empirical study based on primary data. For the purpose of collecting the primary data, a structured questionnaire was prepared for citizens and an interview schedule for officials. The results of the study show that the majority of the citizens were satisfied with the solar photovoltaic (SPV) installations in Chandigarh, while a very few of them were dissatisfied and their dissatisfaction revolved around getting clearances from different departments.

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Chandra Dheeraj, P., B. Avinash, G. Sai Pavan Kumar, P. S. Sivasakthivel, and M. Venkatesan. "Design of Two-Axis Automatic Sun Tracking System Assisted with Manual Control through LabVIEW." Applied Mechanics and Materials 813-814 (November 2015): 992–96. http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/amm.813-814.992.

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With the fast depletion of the conventional energy resources and the amount of pollution it is creating, the entire world is looking for an alternative non-conventional and a renewable energy to lessen the dependency on the conventional energy resources. In this scenario, utilizing solar energy which is abundant in nature is gaining high attention. One way of utilizing solar energy is by using solar photovoltaic cells which convert light energy into electrical energy, but they are too costly and less efficient. Many techniques are being developed to reduce the cost and improve the efficiency in harnessing solar energy. Sun tracking technique is one of the methods to increase the efficiency of solar cells. The present work is focused on providing a microcontroller based automatic two-axis sun tracker using Photodiodes as sensors to track sun. The system is assisted with a manual control through LabVIEW (Graphical User friendly Interface) to aid during bad weather conditions.

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Hasanah, Rini Nur, Suci Imani Putri, and Hadi Suyono. "Optimization of Sun-Tracker Positioning Using Takagi-Sugeno Fuzzy-Logic Method." Applied Mechanics and Materials 785 (August 2015): 231–35. http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/amm.785.231.

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The continuously increasing use of photovoltaic cells requires various efforts to maximize the harnessing of solar energy. This paper presents the research results of fuzzy-logic method implementation to maximize the absorption of solar energy. It is based on the optimization of solar panels position according to the sun direction. The Takagi-Sugeno method is chosen in the fuzzification stage. The control algorithm is implemented on a microcontroller ATMega-128 using BASCOM-AVR program. DC motor is used to actuate the solar panels. The results show an increase of 0.48V in the output of solar cells sensor using the fuzzy logic computation-based tracking system. The resulted tracking system proves to consume less power because the tracking process is halted while moving the DC motor continuously.

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Liu, J. "Semiconducting Metal Oxide Nanoarchitectures: Harnessing Solar Energy for Electricity and Hydrogen Production." Microscopy and Microanalysis 16, S2 (July 2010): 1366–67. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1431927610059660.

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Disenyana, Tsidiso. "Harnessing Africa's sun: China and the development of solar energy in Kenya." South African Journal of International Affairs 16, no. 1 (April 2009): 17–32. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/10220460902986206.

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Fan, Fangfang, Yalan Zhang, Mingwei Hao, Feifei Xin, Zhongmin Zhou, and Yuanyuan Zhou. "Harnessing chemical functions of ionic liquids for perovskite solar cells." Journal of Energy Chemistry 68 (May 2022): 797–810. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jechem.2021.11.038.

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P, Sathyanarayana, Rajkiran Ballal, Girish Kumar, and Shaileshwari S. "Maximum power point optimization for a grid synchronized PV system considering partial shaded condition using multi-objective function." International Journal of Power Electronics and Drive Systems (IJPEDS) 10, no. 3 (September 1, 2019): 1547. http://dx.doi.org/10.11591/ijpeds.v10.i3.pp1547-1554.

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Energy demand taking a bigger leap day by day, Renewable energy gets the most leading importance in catering the purpose. Solar being the abundantly available renewable energy resource solar panels are key components in harnessing solar energy. Solar energy is the most dependable and cheap energy in renewable sector. But harnessing solar energy with partial shading makes it difficult for simple tracking algorithm because of multiple power peak points. Settling time of DC link voltage during the dynamics in the load and the irradiation also plays a major role in power delivered to the grid . Highly dynamic situation aware processors have been in the verge for many applications where large amount of online processing is a need like the smart grid, which needs a faster online reacting time. This paper deals with such an online reacting Maximum Power Point Optimization (MPPO) on a PV system with Partial shaded condition (PSC). The MPPO uses the recent non-parametric optimization techniques like Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) for maximizing the power delivered from the solar panel. This optimization is achieved by populating the duty cycle and Kp and Ki parameters of PI controller given to the DC-DC converter connected to the PV arrays for the stable supply to the grid. While applying the maximization algorithm for the solar power output from the PV arrays the PSC conditions are considered in order to make the control technique more robust. This paper deals with minimization of DC link voltage settling time and maximization of power in multi-objective,. MATLAB based simulation is carried and the comparative inference is produced in this paper. The simulation is developed for the 2.5kW PV array with the proposed method. The simulation carried out had performed better with the proposed method than the single objective method.Satisfactory results were observed both in the simulation of the proposed algorithm.

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Kumar, Sanjay, and Amit Agrawal. "Performance and Evaluation of Parabolic Solar Concentrator by Using Different Types of Material with or without Insulation." International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology 11, no. 8 (August 31, 2023): 689–709. http://dx.doi.org/10.22214/ijraset.2023.55218.

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Abstract: The utilization of solar energy has garnered substantial attention as a sustainable solution to address the world's increasing energy demand. Parabolic solar concentrators, known for their ability to focus sunlight onto a single point, play a crucial role in enhancing solar energy collection efficiency. This study investigates the performance of parabolic solar concentrators, specifically focusing on the impact of utilizing different types of materials and the incorporation of insulation. Through comprehensive experimentation and analysis, this research assesses the efficiency of parabolic solar concentrators constructed from various materials, ranging from traditional metals to novel reflective coatings. Furthermore, the study evaluates the influence of incorporating insulation around the concentrator structure to mitigate heat losses, thus enhancing overall energy capture. The findings of this research contribute to a deeper understanding of the interplay between material selection, insulation integration, and solar energy concentration efficiency. This knowledge holds paramount importance in designing and optimizing solar concentrator systems for diverse applications, such as electricity generation and thermal heating. Ultimately, the outcomes of this study facilitate informed decision-making in selecting the most suitable materials and strategies for enhancing the performance of parabolic solar concentrators in harnessing renewable solar energy

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Zhao, Jiang-Hui, Bing Gao, Jun-Xian Hong, Siew Low, Zhen-Zhen Xu, and Soon Tan. "Copper oxide nanorods based nanofibers membrane for solar-driven interfacial evaporation." Thermal Science 27, no. 3 Part A (2023): 1985–91. http://dx.doi.org/10.2298/tsci2303985z.

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Solar-driven interfacial evaporation system has attracted intensive attention owing to its great potential in harnessing renewable solar energy to purify water. To further enhance the solar-driven interfacial evaporation system performance, solar absorber structure with high light-thermal energy conversion efficiency is especially critical. In this work, polyvinyl pyrrolidone/poly(vinylidene fluoride co hexa fluoropropylene)/CuO-nanorods (PVP/PVDF-HFP/CuO-nanorods) membrane was prepared sequentially by electrospinning, heating and hydrothermal processes. The flexible electrospun membrane was used as the photothermal layer in the solar-driven interfacial evaporation system. The evenly distributed CuO nanorods function as solar energy absorbers. The polystyrene foam was used as an insulating layer, and filter paper was inserted in the middle of the polystyrene foam to transport water to the photothermal layer. The designed evaporator was used for the solar evaporation using pure water. As a result, the evaporation rate was 1.11 kg/m2h and the light-thermal energy conversion rate was 75.36%. The outcome of this work provides the potential of solar-driven interfacial evaporation system for water desalination and wastewater purification.

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Kareem, M. W., Khairul Habib, and S. I. Gilani. "A Review of Solar Air Heater for Drying of Agricultural Products." Advanced Materials Research 903 (February 2014): 239–44. http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/amr.903.239.

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Bulk of farm products need to be preserved because of their perishable nature. The cheapest and environmental friendly means is indirect usage of solar irradiance to reduce the moisture content of these products to a level that cannot sustain the activities of micro-organisms. The research on solar collector has gained its popularity over the years due to mans quest for green energy which has led to increase in demand for the utilization of solar energy. Harnessing of solar energy by man for drying purposes was predominantly by direct method which reduces the quality and quantity of the dried products. This work presents the most recent contributions on solar air heater of flat plate absorber category. Various models, material of component parts and performance efficiency of these air heaters were discussed and there is need for collector optimization. The study was concluded with a focus on multiple pass approach of solar harvesting.

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Gangwar, Pavan, Rajiv Singh, Ravi Pratap Tripathi, and Ashutosh Kumar Singh. "Effective solar power harnessing using a few novel solar tree designs and their performance assessment." Energy Sources, Part A: Recovery, Utilization, and Environmental Effects 41, no. 15 (November 20, 2018): 1828–37. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/15567036.2018.1549162.

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Gopalakrishnan, Varun, Swetha S. Manian, A. Karen, H. Niranjan, T. Venugopal, and M. Feroskhan. "Transient Thermal Analysis of a Hybrid Energy Harvester." IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science 850, no. 1 (November 1, 2021): 012015. http://dx.doi.org/10.1088/1755-1315/850/1/012015.

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Abstract The seasonal nature of solar panels and windmills has been a major challenge towards realizing sustainable energy. Over the years, several attempts have been made to perfect a device capable of harnessing the energy of wind and rain, titled as triboelectric and piezoelectric nano generators. Although such technologies yield promising results, a superior energy device can be achieved by addition of solar cells to wind and rain energy harvesting devices. Hybrid Nano generators are expected to be the future of commercially sustainable energy generation which are used to simultaneously harvest wind, rain, and solar energy. Though a substantial amount of work has been done with regard to such energy harvesting modules, studies that test their environmental capabilities are limited. In this study, a hybridized power panel comprising of dual-mode triboelectric nano generator and a solar cell have been tested under majorly solar, majorly windy, majorly rainy, and normal tropical conditions. Average temperature attained by the panel in such conditions have been studied through a transient thermal analysis done using Ansys Fluent. The results obtained are used to calculate thermal strain in the panel for different cases. The proposed model is an innovative way to make use of energy.

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Kherbiche, Younes, Nabila Ihaddadene, Razika Ihaddadene, Feres Hadji, Jed Mohamed, and Abedel Hadi Beghidja. "Solar Energy Potential Evaluation. Case of Study: M'Sila, an Algerian Province." International Journal of Sustainable Development and Planning 16, no. 8 (December 30, 2021): 1501–8. http://dx.doi.org/10.18280/ijsdp.160811.

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Solar energy is the most important green energy source that may be used to address the problems caused by conventional energy sources. The research in this paper aims to evaluate the solar energy potential of M'Sila, an Algerian internal region, and to determine which technology, among those currently available on the market, is adequate for harnessing that potential for electricity production (PV and CSP). This assessment was based on data (daily temperature and daily solar irradiation) collected at M'Sila weather station for one year and from the NASA site for 34 years from 1984 to 2017. These data were treated with excel 2016 software to determine the total horizontal, diffuse and direct normal solar irradiation. During the study period, the total solar irradiation falling on a horizontal surface in M'Sila (GHI) was estimated to be 1.79 MWh/m2/year. The diffuse solar irradiation incident on a horizontal surface (DHI) and direct normal irradiation, respectively, were estimated to be 594.88 kWh/m2/year, 2117.93 kWh/m2/year. M'Sila is a favourable land for the installation of concentrating solar power plants and photovoltaic panels due to its significant potential energy. The parabolic trough system is recommended. While polycrystalline PV modules should be promoted and installed in M'Sila.

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Pandey, Bhavya, and Y. C. Goswami. "Optically Important Cu2 ZnSnS4 (CZTS) Nanoparticles Synthesis using a Hydrothermal Route with Citric acid as a Structure Directing Agent." Oriental Journal Of Chemistry 39, no. 4 (August 30, 2023): 1033–39. http://dx.doi.org/10.13005/ojc/390429.

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Copper zinc tin sulphide (CZTS) has emerged as a highly promising, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly material for solar energy conversion via photovoltaic and photocatalysis. This paper presents the synthesis of quasi Cu2ZnSnS4 nanoparticles using a hydrothermal route with citric acid as a structure-directing agent. The CZTS nanoparticles' morphological, structural, and optical properties were comprehensively analysed using X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, and UV-Vis absorption studies. The results demonstrate the successful synthesis of CZTS nanoparticles with a novel narrow size distribution, making them excellent candidates as absorber layers in solar cells. This discovery holds significant potential for advancing low-cost and efficient solar energy conversion technologies. By harnessing the unique properties of CZTS, this research offers a promising solution towards sustainable energy production and a greener future.

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Ugyen Thinley. "Exploring Solar Energy Potential using Solar Radiation GIS Toolset - A Case of College of Natural Resources, Lobesa, Punakha." Bhutan Journal of Natural Resources and Development 9, no. 1 (June 27, 2022): 74–78. http://dx.doi.org/10.17102/cnr.2022.74.

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This study aimed to explore solar energy potential on a small landscape (campus of the College of Natural Resources) using topography of fine spatial resolution that can detect number of rooftops feasible for harnessing solar energy. Digital elevation model was derived by extracting elevation values from the Google Earth Pro which was then used as input for solar radiation calculation. The total radiation that the campus received was 2,100 kWh over 259 days and the result was validated using power access viewer and global solar atlas databases. The monthly average radiation indicated that October, November, December and January are the radiation peaking months at the college campus. Twenty two rooftops were identified to receive more than or equal to 3.08 kWh/m2/day, while the remaining rooftops receiving less than or equal to 3.08 kWh/m2/day. The college has potential of supplementing power shortage during lean hydro season using the rooftop solar panels.

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Garg, Anjali. "Solar Power Analysis Under Varying Environmental Condition Using Solar Emulator." International Journal of Sustainable Energy and Environmental Research 10, no. 2 (December 28, 2021): 101–13. http://dx.doi.org/10.18488/journal.13.2021.102.101.113.

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The current situation of fast depleting non-renewable resources and excessive damage done to mother earth due to severe mechanization and industrialization has resulted in alarming rate of pollutions. The one-word answer for it is that we should start harnessing renewable resources of energy. Tapping sun’s energy is a wonderful and apt answer to the current situation of energy requirement. World over this technology is worked upon to make use of sun’s energy easy to be converted into usable energy form i.e. electricity. The research work being carried on in varied fields however to mention one such aspect of solar panels is irradiance -receiving and capturing powers. Along with the irradiance, the area of a panel which is exposed to sun, the daytime and location are some of the factors affecting the amount of power generated using solar power as generating source. From research point of view, to analyze the effect of variation of these parameters, it is difficult to get the analysis data using solar panels and hence now a day’s emulator is preferred and used for research purposes. This paper focuses on the basics of emulator, its structure, functioning, effect of various parameter variations on the analysis of the generated power and other related benefits using emulator. The paper also presents the effect of partial shading on the maximum power generated and the efficiency hence obtained. The performance analysis is done on an Experimental set up fabricated in Research lab.

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Lakhade, Mayur, Rahul Baghele, Priyanka Nakade, Aachal Bahade, and Sagar Bhaisare. "Review of Various Technologies for Solar Vegetable Cart." International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology 11, no. 4 (April 30, 2023): 2087–89. http://dx.doi.org/10.22214/ijraset.2023.50597.

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Abstract: The solar vegetable cart is a sustainable and environmentally friendly solution for the transportation and sale of fresh produce. This innovative cart is equipped with solar panels, which power a refrigeration system that keeps vegetables fresh and nutritious. The cart is designed to be lightweight, easy to manage, and customizable to suit the needs of individual farmers or vendors. By harnessing the power of the sun, the solar vegetable cart reduces reliance on non-renewable energy sources and minimizes carbon emissions. It is an ideal solution for farmers markets, street vendors, and mobile grocers who want to provide fresh, healthy produce to their customers while reducing their environmental impact.

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