Cutting-edge cooling techniques for photovoltaic systems: A comprehensive review

The efficiency of photovoltaic (PV) systems is often limited due to surface temperature increases, which result from absorbed solar energy being converted into heat. This rise in temperature reduces power output, system performance, and panel lifespan. To address these challenges, combined photovolt...

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Main Authors: Rajamony, Reji Kumar, Kulandaivel, Sridhar, Kalidasan, B., Mishra, Richa, Farade, Rizwan A., Megalingam, Arumugampillai, Raj M., John Iruthaya, Mohammad, Nur-E-Alam, Abedin, Tarek
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author Rajamony, Reji Kumar
Kulandaivel, Sridhar
Kalidasan, B.
Mishra, Richa
Farade, Rizwan A.
Megalingam, Arumugampillai
Raj M., John Iruthaya
Mohammad, Nur-E-Alam
Abedin, Tarek
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Kulandaivel, Sridhar
Kalidasan, B.
Mishra, Richa
Farade, Rizwan A.
Megalingam, Arumugampillai
Raj M., John Iruthaya
Mohammad, Nur-E-Alam
Abedin, Tarek
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description The efficiency of photovoltaic (PV) systems is often limited due to surface temperature increases, which result from absorbed solar energy being converted into heat. This rise in temperature reduces power output, system performance, and panel lifespan. To address these challenges, combined photovoltaic thermal (PVT) systems have emerged, enabling the simultaneous generation of electricity and thermal energy. This review provides a detailed analysis of the factors affecting PV panel efficiency, explores various feasible cooling techniques including innovative methods to mitigate excessive heating, and highlights opportunities for future research in this field. The article focuses on the experimental and theoretical advancements in PV cooling over the past decade, offering valuable insights and practical guidelines for researchers aiming to improve PV module cooling strategies. Additionally, an economic assessment of PVT systems is conducted, evaluating their financial feasibility in terms of payback periods and costs. The review also presents a comparative analysis of PVT techniques, addressing their benefits, challenges, and potential applications. This work aims to serve as a comprehensive resource for researchers exploring the viability and industrial applications of PVT systems, paving the way for more efficient and sustainable solar energy solutions.
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spelling ump-450672025-07-14T06:30:46Z http://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/45067/ Cutting-edge cooling techniques for photovoltaic systems: A comprehensive review Rajamony, Reji Kumar Kulandaivel, Sridhar Kalidasan, B. Mishra, Richa Farade, Rizwan A. Megalingam, Arumugampillai Raj M., John Iruthaya Mohammad, Nur-E-Alam Abedin, Tarek TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery TK Electrical engineering. Electronics Nuclear engineering The efficiency of photovoltaic (PV) systems is often limited due to surface temperature increases, which result from absorbed solar energy being converted into heat. This rise in temperature reduces power output, system performance, and panel lifespan. To address these challenges, combined photovoltaic thermal (PVT) systems have emerged, enabling the simultaneous generation of electricity and thermal energy. This review provides a detailed analysis of the factors affecting PV panel efficiency, explores various feasible cooling techniques including innovative methods to mitigate excessive heating, and highlights opportunities for future research in this field. The article focuses on the experimental and theoretical advancements in PV cooling over the past decade, offering valuable insights and practical guidelines for researchers aiming to improve PV module cooling strategies. Additionally, an economic assessment of PVT systems is conducted, evaluating their financial feasibility in terms of payback periods and costs. The review also presents a comparative analysis of PVT techniques, addressing their benefits, challenges, and potential applications. This work aims to serve as a comprehensive resource for researchers exploring the viability and industrial applications of PVT systems, paving the way for more efficient and sustainable solar energy solutions. Springer Nature Article PeerReviewed pdf en http://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/45067/1/Cutting-edge%20cooling%20techniques%20for%20photovoltaic%20systems.pdf Rajamony, Reji Kumar and Kulandaivel, Sridhar and Kalidasan, B. and Mishra, Richa and Farade, Rizwan A. and Megalingam, Arumugampillai and Raj M., John Iruthaya and Mohammad, Nur-E-Alam and Abedin, Tarek Cutting-edge cooling techniques for photovoltaic systems: A comprehensive review. Interactions. ISSN 3005-0731. (Published) https://doi.org/10.1007/s10751-025-02267-y https://doi.org/10.1007/s10751-025-02267-y
spellingShingle TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery
TK Electrical engineering. Electronics Nuclear engineering
Rajamony, Reji Kumar
Kulandaivel, Sridhar
Kalidasan, B.
Mishra, Richa
Farade, Rizwan A.
Megalingam, Arumugampillai
Raj M., John Iruthaya
Mohammad, Nur-E-Alam
Abedin, Tarek
Cutting-edge cooling techniques for photovoltaic systems: A comprehensive review
title Cutting-edge cooling techniques for photovoltaic systems: A comprehensive review
title_full Cutting-edge cooling techniques for photovoltaic systems: A comprehensive review
title_fullStr Cutting-edge cooling techniques for photovoltaic systems: A comprehensive review
title_full_unstemmed Cutting-edge cooling techniques for photovoltaic systems: A comprehensive review
title_short Cutting-edge cooling techniques for photovoltaic systems: A comprehensive review
title_sort cutting-edge cooling techniques for photovoltaic systems: a comprehensive review
topic TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery
TK Electrical engineering. Electronics Nuclear engineering
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