PV module exposure to ambient environmental factors, such as dust deposits, have negative
effects on the module's peak power (P max) and overall power conversion efficiency (η). In …

In the Bamenda Municipality of Cameroon households are adopting Solar Photovoltaic
Systems (SPVS). The penetration of SPVS in this Municipality depends on their technical …

This paper proposes a mathematical model for the shading profiles of a PV module with thin,
long linear elements. The model includes the brightness distribution over the entire shading …

This paper proposes a novel approach for systematically diagnosing and locating faulty
strings and bypass diodes within PV panels. It is essential to address this issue to ensure the …

Solar photovoltaic (PV) modules are prone to damage during manufacturing, installation and
operation which reduces their power conversion efficiency. This diminishes their positive …

Solar photovoltaic (PV) is one of the emerging technologies widely acknowledged as a
potential solution to energy poverty. This is because of its high reliability, long life, and …

The integration of photovoltaic systems as a source of renewable energy has seen
significant growth in recent years due to global sustainability goals. However, the efficiency …

This research presents the performance of the maximum power tracking using the ANFIS
algorithm technique on a zeta converter circuit. The researchers used a 285 W …

Power generation through solar photovoltaic (PV) is quite attractive due to direction
generation of power from radiation and simplicity in construction. The major concern of the …

Application of solar energy in a portable solar charger is a sustainable solution especially at
locations that are far away from the electricity grid. This study presents a systematic …