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Nano-Enhanced Phase Change Materials for Thermal Management in Photovoltaic Systems: A Comprehensive Review
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A solar energy research paper on Nano-Enhanced Phase Change Materials for Thermal Management in Photovoltaic Systems: A Comprehensive Review.
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Purpose: This paper critically evaluates the role of nano-enhanced phase change materials (NEPCMs) in improving the thermal regulation and electrical efficiency of photovoltaic systems. Design/Methodology/Approach: A structured literature review was conducted using peer-reviewed journal articles on Phase Change Materials (PCM) integrated PV systems, nanoparticle-enhanced PCMs, thermal conductivity enhancement, and passive cooling techniques. The selected studies were comparatively analysed with respect to thermal conductivity enhancement, PV temperature reduction, electrical efficiency improvement, and material stability. Research Limitations: The present review is limited to published experimental and numerical studies on NEPCM-integrated photovoltaic systems and excludes economic modelling and large-scale industrial validation. Findings: The review indicates that NEPCMs can significantly improve the thermal performance of PV modules by enhancing heat absorption and thermal conductivity, thereby reducing operating temperatures and improving system performance. Other forms of system integration, such as direct attachment, encapsulation, and hybrid cooling systems, have been shown to be effective at maintaining optimal PV operating conditions. Practical Implications: Improved thermal management of photovoltaic systems using NEPCMs can contribute to sustainable energy generation, enhanced reliability of renewable energy, reduced carbon emissions, and improved energy accessibility in remote regions. Originality/Value: Unlike earlier reviews that primarily focused on conventional PCM cooling, this review offers a comparative assessment of nanoparticle-enhanced PCM systems, synthesis methods, thermal-property enhancement mechanisms, and emerging hybrid cooling approaches for photovoltaic applications.
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