Modeling and Applications of Solar Photovoltaic Thermal Technology

Presents insights on the modelling and experimentation of solar energy devices and examines solar PVT technology. The book focuses on the different techniques and materials utilized to enhance the performance of solar energy devices, and the application of software like ANSYS/MATLAB/Open FOAM on solving the solar energy-related problem.

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There has been an on-going interest in the development of combined photovoltaic thermal (PVT) technology for increased solar energy conversion efficiencies. Since its inception, combined PVT technology has sought to develop the most cost-effective PVT package for solar cell protection and efficient operation. However, early efforts were made at a time when the photovoltaic (PV) industry was not mature enough. In addition, solar cells are still expensive and their efficiency drops at high temperatures. Today, most research efforts focus on improving the solar cell cost-performance ratio as compared to the equivalent use of standalone solar thermal and PV systems in parallel. The most common PVT collector type has been based on the sheet-and-tube concept. Other than this, solar PV technology can also be utilized for numerous applications.

Modeling and Applications of Solar Photovoltaic Thermal Technology is an essential reference book that presents insights on the modeling and experimentation of solar energy devices and further examines solar PVT technology. It focuses on the different techniques and materials utilized to enhance the performance of solar energy devices and the application of software like ANSYS/MATLAB/Open FOAM on solving the solar energy-related problem.

The chapters also discuss different applications of solar energy including cooking, heating, cooling, ventilation, solar drying, solar desalination, water treatment, and more. This book is appropriate for academicians, researchers, scientists, scholars, professionals, and students working in the field of solar PVT technology.