Effect of precursor molarities on structural correlation with optoelectronic property of Zn2SnO4 nanostructured thin films by Isha Arora, Praveen Kumar Sharma, Harkawal Singh, Vanasundaram Natarajan

“…Zinc stannate, Zn2SnO4 (ZTO) has been recognized as the potential transparent conducting oxide (TCO) having reliable optoelectronic properties to be used in device applications like photovoltaic and display devices. In this study, the role of precursor solution molarity on structure and optoelectronic characteristics of the synthesized ZTO films is reported. …”
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Advanced Microgrid: Containerized Development Platform by João Marcus S. Callegari, Danilo Iglesias Brandao, Luís Guilherme Monteiro Oliveira, Sidelmo Magalhães Silva, Braz J. Cardoso Filho

“…All these devices are commercially available off-the-shelf equipment. Photovoltaic modules and different battery technologies are installed outside and inside the container, respectively, with cabling extending to the container to connect these components to the inverters. …”
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Advantages of N-Type Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Silicon Oxide Films for Micromorph Silicon Solar Cells by Amornrat Limmanee, Songkiate Kittisontirak, Sorapong Inthisang, Taweewat Krajangsang, Jaran Sritharathikhun, Kobsak Sriprapha

“…It was found that all photovoltaic parameters of the micromorph silicon solar cells using the n top μc-SiO:H layer enhanced with increasing the CO2/SiH4 ratio up to 0.23, where the highest initial cell efficiency of 10.7% was achieved. …”
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Microgrid system for electric vehicle charging stations integrated with renewable energy sources using a hybrid DOA–SBNN approach by Kommoju Naga Durga Veera Sai Eswar, M. Arun Noyal Doss, Mohammad Shorfuzzaman, Ali Elrashidi

“…This method optimizes the joint operation of photovoltaic (PV), wind turbines (WTs), supercapacitors (SCs), and battery energy storage systems (BESSs) in microgrids to enhance EV charging station efficiency, reliability, and power quality while reducing grid outages. …”
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Separation of Inorganic Forms of Tellurium Using On-Site SPE Followed by ICP-MS or ICP-OES—The Right Solution for Water Monitoring by Katarzyna Kińska, Barbara Żelazko, Olga Gajewska, Magdalena Borowska, Monika Sadowska, Beata Krasnodębska-Ostręga

“…Its application, i.a. in the growing photovoltaic industry, raises concerns about Te(IV) and Te(VI) release to the environment. …”
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Design and Efficiency Optimization of Distributed Laser Wireless Power Transmission Systems Through Centralized Scheduling and Current Regulation by Liangrong Sun, Jinsong Kang, Yunfeng Bai, Pengjia Jin

“…The DC to DC efficiency of the power transmission chain can reach over 14%, and the photovoltaic array can output a maximum power of over 130 W. …”
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Effect of Annealing Process on CH3NH3PbI3-XClX Film Morphology of Planar Heterojunction Perovskite Solar Cells with Optimal Compact TiO2 Layer by Dan Chen, Xiaoping Zou, Hong Yang, Ningning Zhang, Wenbin Jin, Xiao Bai, Ying Yang

“…The morphology of compact TiO2 film used as an electron-selective layer and perovskite film used as a light absorption layer in planar perovskite solar cells has a significant influence on the photovoltaic performance of the devices. In this paper, the spin coating speed of the compact TiO2 is investigated in order to get a high-quality film and the compact TiO2 film exhibits pinhole- and crack-free films treated by 2000 rpm for 60 s. …”
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Experimental and Modeling Study for the Solar-Driven CO₂ Electrochemical Reduction to CO by Matteo Agliuzza, Roberto Speranza, Andrea Lamberti, Candido Fabrizio Pirri, Adriano Sacco

“…COMSOL^® Multiphysics 6.3 was used to develop a detailed finite element method model of the electrochemical cell integrated with a photovoltaic module, validated with the experimental results that demonstrated a strong correlation. …”
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Development of a Daily Databank of Solar Radiation Components for Moroccan Territory by Mohammed Benchrifa, Hajar Essalhi, Rachid Tadili, Mohammed N. Bargach, Abdellah Mechaqrane

“…This will lead us to quantify the Moroccan solar potential and to determine the dimensions of all types of solar thermal and photovoltaic systems. Consequently, the obtained database will be the fundamental support for engineers, designers, and all organizations interested in developing solar systems, in different regions throughout Morocco. …”
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Renewable Energy Consumption Strategies for Electric Vehicle Aggregators Based on a Two-Layer Game by Xiu Ji, Mingge Li, Zheyu Yue, Haifeng Zhang, Yizhu Wang

“…Based on the case study of wind power, photovoltaic, and wind–solar complementary data in Jilin Province, the results show that the strategy significantly improves the rate of renewable energy consumption (up to 97.88%) and reduces the cost of power purchase by EVA (an average saving of RMB 0.04/kWh), realizing a win–win situation for all parties. …”
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Optimized ANFIS-Based Robust Nonlinear Control of a Solar Off-Grid Charging Station for Electric Vehicles by Bibi Tabassam Gul, Iftikhar Ahmad, Habibur Rehman, Ammar Hasan

“…This paper attempts to improve the performance of an off-grid electric vehicle charging station powered by photovoltaic (PV) panels and batteries. To ensure optimal performance of the PV panels, maximum power point tracking (MPPT) is implemented using an adaptive neuro-fuzzy inference system. …”
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Unit commitment in microgrid systems using artificial intelligence techniques by Barnabas I. Gwaivangmin, Ganiyu A. Bakare, Ya’U S. Haruna, Abdullahi L. Amoo

“…The research focused on managing the activation of various power sources, including micro-pumped hydro storage, solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, diesel generators, and public power supply, over a 24-hour period. …”
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Short-term solar irradiance forecasting using deep learning models by Syed Saad Ahmed, Chang Wei Bin, Nisar Humaira, Riaz Hannan Naseem, Yeap Kim Ho, Zaber Nursaida Mohamad

“…Short-term solar irradiance is a critical area in renewable energy for the optimal operation and power prediction of grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) plants and other solar energy applications. …”
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ESD-YOLOv8: An Efficient Solar Cell Fault Detection Model Based on YOLOv8 by Lingyun Zhang, Xu Wu, Zihan Liu, Panlin Yu, Mingfen Yang

“…The photovoltaic technology industry is a key development field in response to global renewable energy demands. …”
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Study on hot deformation behavior and microstructure evolution of ultrafine W-0.5 wt%La2O3 alloy wire during processing by Yuan Yao, Jianwei Guo, Shizhong Wei, Jinghong Yang, Zhou Li, Hongan Geng, Liujie Xu

“…Tungsten wire with high strength and toughness for silicon wafer cutting in photovoltaic industry is a new hot research content. …”
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A novel adaptive FOCV algorithm with robust IMRAC control for sustainable and high-efficiency MPPT in standalone PV systems: experimental validation and performance assessment by Hamid Belghiti, Khalid Kandoussi, Ambe Harrison, Fatima Zahra Moustaine, Rabie El Otmani, El Mostafa Sadek, Mohit Bajaj, Shir Ahmad Dost Mohammadi

“…Abstract This paper introduces an innovative, adaptive Fractional Open-Circuit Voltage (FOCV) algorithm combined with a robust Improved Model Reference Adaptive Controller (IMRAC) for Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) in standalone photovoltaic (PV) systems. The proposed two-stage control strategy enhances energy efficiency, simplifies system operation, and addresses limitations in conventional MPPT methods, such as slow convergence, high oscillations, and susceptibility to environmental fluctuations. …”
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Optimal Sizing and Techno-economic Analysis of Combined Solar Wind Power System, Fuel Cell and Tidal Turbines Using Meta-heuristic Algorithms: A Case Study of Lavan Island by Hessameddin Talebi, Javad Nikoukar, Majid Gandomkar

“…This study introduces a novel mathematical approach to optimize the sizing of photovoltaic (PV), wind, hydrogen, battery, and fuel cell systems with electrolyzers, specifically tailored for the remote area of Lavan Island. …”
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Trending applications of Phase Change Materials in sustainable thermal engineering: An up-to-date review by Matteo Morciano, Matteo Fasano, Eliodoro Chiavazzo, Luigi Mongibello

“…Here, we therefore discuss the integration of PCMs into electronic systems characterized by high heat fluxes, lithium-ion batteries, solar energy systems (including photovoltaic, desalination systems), building materials and textiles to offer wearable solutions for enhanced thermal comfort. …”
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Decentralized control system for unlimited street lighting poles with an intelligent, energy-saving off-grid maximum power point tracking battery charger by Hussain Attia, Ali Al-Ataby, Maen Takruri, Amjad Omar

“…A deep artificial neural network (ANN) algorithm is designed to have an effective response of maximum power point tracking (MPPT) in terms of accuracy and speed to obtain maximum electrical power from the incident light on a pair of photovoltaic panels fixed above an off-grid street light pole. …”
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A Novel Topology to Improve PV Module Efficiency under Partial Shading Conditions by Dominique Bonkoungou, Toussaint Guingane, Eric Korsaga, Sosthène Tassembedo, Zacharie Koalaga, Arouna Darga, François Zougmore

“…In this paper, we investigate the power degradation in a novel photovoltaic (PV) cell reconfiguration named KenDoKu (KDK) topology under different shading patterns. …”
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