Comprehensive Review of Dust Properties and Their Influence on Photovoltaic Systems: Electrical, Optical, Thermal Models and Experimentation Techniques

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aut.relation.journalEnergies
dc.contributor.authorAlmukhtar, H
dc.contributor.authorLie, Tek Tjing
dc.contributor.authorAl-Shohani, WAM
dc.contributor.authorAnderson, TA
dc.contributor.authorAl-Tameemi, Zaid
dc.date.accessioned2023-05-10T04:29:57Z
dc.date.available2023-05-10T04:29:57Z
dc.date.issued2023-04-12
dc.description.abstractAs conventional energy sources decrease and worldwide power demand grows, the appeal of photovoltaic (PV) systems as sustainable and ecofriendly energy sources has grown. PV system installation is influenced by geographical location, orientation, and inclination angle. Despite its success, weather conditions such as dust substantially influences PV module performance. This study provides a comprehensive review of the existing literature on the impact of dust characteristics on PV systems from three distinct perspectives. Firstly, the study looks at the dust properties in different categories: optical, thermal, physical, and chemical, highlighting their significant impact on the performance of PV systems. Secondly, the research reviews various approaches and equipment used to evaluate dust’s impact on PV, emphasizing the need for reliable instruments to measure its effects accurately. Finally, the study looks at modeling and predicting the influence of dust on PV systems, considering the parameters that affect electrical, optical, and thermal behavior. The review draws attention to the need for further research into dust’s properties, including thermal conductivity and emissivity. This analysis highlights the need for further research to develop a scientific correlation to predict the thermal behavior of PV in dusty environments. This paper identifies areas for further research to develop more efficient and effective methods for analyzing this influence and improving PV efficiency and lifespan.
dc.identifier.citationEnergies, ISSN: 1996-1073 (Print), MDPI AG. doi: 10.3390/en16083401
dc.identifier.doi10.3390/en16083401
dc.identifier.issn1996-1073
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/10292/16111
dc.publisherMDPI AG
dc.rights.accessrightsOpenAccess
dc.rights.urihttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
dc.subject02 Physical Sciences
dc.subject09 Engineering
dc.subject33 Built environment and design
dc.subject40 Engineering
dc.subject51 Physical sciences
dc.subjectphotovoltaic (PV); dust accumulation; dust properties; experimentation devices methodologies; model predictions; future research
dc.titleComprehensive Review of Dust Properties and Their Influence on Photovoltaic Systems: Electrical, Optical, Thermal Models and Experimentation Techniques
dc.typeJournal Article
pubs.elements-id499173
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