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Theoretical settings of photovoltaic-hydro energy system for sustainable energy production
Jure Margeta,Zvonimir Glasnović +1 more
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In this paper, the authors proposed a new type of sustainable hybrid power plant which can work continuously, using solar energy as primary energy source and water for energy storage, and the characteristics of the solution as an open thermodynamic system are presented, as well as the basic theoretical settings for its application, i.e. key relationships between power and collector field area of PV power plant and working volume of upper storage.About:
This article is published in Solar Energy.The article was published on 2012-03-01. It has received 63 citations till now. The article focuses on the topics: Pumped-storage hydroelectricity & Power station.read more
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Solar power generation by PV (photovoltaic) technology: A review
TL;DR: In this paper, the progress made in solar power generation research and development since its inception is reviewed, highlighting the current and future issues involved in the generation of quality and reliable solar power technology for future applications.
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Pumped hydro energy storage system: A technological review
TL;DR: In this article, the authors reviewed the existing global pumped hydro energy storage capacities, technological development, and hybrid systems and recommended the best possible options for small autonomous island grids and massive energy storage, where the energy efficiency of PHES varies in practice between 70% and 80%.
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Pumped storage-based standalone photovoltaic power generation system: Modeling and techno-economic optimization
TL;DR: In this paper, a pumped hydro storage system is proposed, which is considered as a promising technology for solar energy penetration and particularly for small autonomous systems in remote areas The mathematical models for the major components are developed, and system reliability and economic criteria are discussed as a benchmark for optimization The genetic algorithm (GA), along with Pareto optimality concept, is used for the system technoeconomic optimization: to maximize power supply reliability and minimize system lifecycle cost simultaneously.
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Comparative study of stand-alone and hybrid solar energy systems suitable for off-grid rural electrification: A review
TL;DR: In this article, the authors presented a study on solar energy in the form of a stand-alone and hybrid power generation system used to electrify off-grid locations, which is intended to be used to power a single house or a small community and also functions as a mini-grid, generating power in places where adequate solar radiation is available throughout the year.
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A PSO (particle swarm optimization)-based model for the optimal management of a small PV(Photovoltaic)-pump hydro energy storage in a rural dry area
TL;DR: In this article, an optimization model based on the Particle Swarm Theory was proposed to optimize the managing strategy of a system aimed at supplying electricity and water to an isolated small village in Nigeria, where ground water is pumped into a storage reservoir and can be used both for irrigation and domestic use.
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