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Cooling System for Photovoltaic Panels

Project Type: Self-Initiated

Project Description

Did you know that a solar panel can lose up to 30% of its efficiency when temperatures exceed 40 ط·آ¢ط¢آ°C? Our project offers a sustainable and efficient solution by implementing a closed-loop water circulation system to dissipate excess heat, maintaining optimal energy efficiency, and enhancing the long-term performance of photovoltaic panels. In the field of solar energy, particularly in enhancing photovoltaic (PV) panel performance, cooling technologies address critical challenges: V. Overheating Issues: PV panels experience significant efficiency loss as temperatures rise, limiting their electricity output. VI. Energy Consumption: Active cooling methods must minimize power usage to avoid reducing net energy output. VII. Automation Needs: Effective systems require integration with sensors and microcontrollers for real-time response. VIII. Sustainability Goals: Cooling solutions support initiatives like Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 by enhancing renewable energy usage.


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Project Team

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Abdulaziz Fahad Abdulsabour
CE
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Ziyad Saad Alqahtani
COE
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Abdulrahman Hisham Khan
EE
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Bandar Dhaifallah Almalki
ISE
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Abdulaziz Rafaa Alamri
ISE
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Turki Nasser Almutairi
ME

Team Coach

Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Qadami
Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Qadami
Assistant Professor

Department of Electrical Engineering

Interdisciplinary Research Center for Communication Systems and Sensing