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Solar Energy Materials
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In this article, the authors present a review of solar energy materials with emphasis on thermal applications of a variety of kinds, such as photocatalysis and photovoltaics.Abstract:
Solar energy materials have properties tailored to meet requirements set by the spectral distribution, angle of incidence, and intensity of the electromagnetic radiation prevailing in our natural surroundings. Specifically, the optimization can be performed with regard to solar irradiation, thermal emission, atmospheric absorption, visible light, and photosynthetic efficiency. Materials for thermal and electrical conversion of solar energy in manmade collectors, as well as for energy-efficient passive design in architecture, are typical examples. This article reviews solar energy materials with emphasis on thermal applications of a variety of kinds. Electrical applications are given a more cursory exposition, the reason being that a systems perspective, rather that a materials perspective, is most fruitful in this case.
Keywords:
solar energy;
materials;
thin films;
solar collectors;
solar cells;
energy efficient windows;
radiative cooling;
chromogenic materials;
smart windows;
photocatalysisread more
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