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Experimental investigation of the effects of silica/water nanofluid on PV/T (photovoltaic thermal units)
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In this paper, the effects of using nanofluid as a coolant on the thermal and electrical efficiencies of a PV/T (photovoltaic thermal unit) are experimentally studied.About:
This article is published in Energy.The article was published on 2014-03-01. It has received 375 citations till now. The article focuses on the topics: Nanofluid.read more
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Zero energy buildings and sustainable development implications ― A review
TL;DR: In this paper, a review of the works related to these two strategies is presented and issues pertaining to sustainable development implications and further research work required are also highlighted, including life cycle cost and environmental impacts, climate change and social policy issues.
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Applications of nanofluids in solar energy: A review of recent advances
Ammar H. Elsheikh,Ammar H. Elsheikh,Swellam W. Sharshir,Mohamed E. Mostafa,Fadl A. Essa,Fadl A. Essa,Mohamed Kamal Ahmed Ali +6 more
TL;DR: In this article, the authors investigated the recent advances in the nanofluids' applications in solar energy systems, i.e., solar collectors, photovoltaic/thermal (PV/T) systems, solar thermoelectric devices, solar water heaters, solar-geothermal combined cooling heating and power system (CCHP), evaporative cooling for greenhouses, and water desalination.
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Recent advancements in PV cooling and efficiency enhancement integrating phase change materials based systems – A comprehensive review
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Evaluation of the nanofluid and nano-PCM based photovoltaic thermal (PVT) system: An experimental study
Ali H.A. Al-Waeli,Kamaruzzaman Sopian,Miqdam T. Chaichan,Hussein A. Kazem,Adnan Ibrahim,Sohif Mat,Mohd Hafidz Ruslan +6 more
TL;DR: In this paper, a PV/T-nano PCM-nanofluid system was proposed to control heat capacitance of the system to maintain electrical efficiency and to raise the overall efficiency.
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Performance enhancement of solar collectors—A review
TL;DR: In this paper, a review of advancements made in the field of solar thermal technology with a focus on techniques employed for its performance enhancement is presented, including geometrical modifications on the absorber plate, solar selective coatings and nanofluids.
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