Solar Systems and Power Systems: Decentering the Naturalized Universe in Virginia Hamilton's <i>The Planet of Junior Brown</i>

Over the years, solar collecting systems have gained interest in renewable energy. This study investigated improving the efficiency of the working fluid in thermal solar systems by using nanofluids with three concentrations of alumina, 0.1, 0.3, and 0.5 wt%. The UV-vis absorbance, electronic conductivity, and thermal transfer properties of the nanofluids were analyzed, and the thermal changes with exposure to solar radiation in an experimental collector system were measured by pyranometer. The electronic conductivity, thermal conductivity, and UV-vis absorbance increased with the alumina concentration. Moreover, the temperatures of the nanofluids increased more under solar irradiation than that of distilled water. This implies that the alumina nanofluids absorb solar energy more efficiently than water. The findings of this study suggest that the use of both alumina nanofluids and nanoparticles will improve the efficiency of thermal solar power systems.

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A Novel Extension Decision-Making Method for Selecting Solar Power Systems

International Journal of Photoenergy ◽

10.1155/2013/108981 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 2013 ◽

pp. 1-6

Author(s):

Meng-Hui Wang

Keyword(s):

Decision Making ◽

Solar System ◽

Power Systems ◽

Power System ◽

Solar Power ◽

Important Task ◽

Extension Theory ◽

Solar Systems ◽

Load Demand ◽

Generating Capacity

Due to the complex parameters of a solar power system, the designer not only must think about the load demand but also needs to consider the price, weight, and annual power generating capacity (APGC) and maximum power of the solar system. It is an important task to find the optimal solar power system with many parameters. Therefore, this paper presents a novel decision-making method based on the extension theory; we call it extension decision-making method (EDMM). Using the EDMM can make it quick to select the optimal solar power system. The paper proposed this method not only to provide a useful estimated tool for the solar system engineers but also to supply the important reference with the installation of solar systems to the consumer.

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Transition towards a full self-sufficiency through PV systems integration for sub-Saharan Africa: a technical approach for a smart blockchain-based mini-grid

Renewable Energy and Environmental Sustainability ◽

10.1051/rees/2021054 ◽

2022 ◽

Vol 7 ◽

pp. 8

Author(s):

Sebastian Finke ◽

Michele Velenderić ◽

Semih Severengiz ◽

Oleg Pankov ◽

Christof Baum

Keyword(s):

Power Systems ◽

Learning Algorithm ◽

Clean Energy ◽

Sub Saharan Africa ◽

Electricity Grid ◽

Solar Systems ◽

Self Sufficiency ◽

Independent Subsystem ◽

Grid Solution ◽

Sub Saharan

Access to affordable, reliable and clean energy is an important sustainability goal of the United Nations. In areas where the public electricity grid is unreliable or unavailable, photovoltaic systems can be a solution. However, they are cost-intensive, mainly because of the energy storage systems. Mini-grids can be an answer for reducing upfront investment and overall system lifetime costs while increasing electricity availability. The mini-grid technology is mature, nevertheless, there are downsides when it comes to integrating existing solar systems of different manufacturers. The system topology is usually predefined and a central instance controls the mini-grid. Thus, the integration of existing power systems is difficult due to the communication constraints of these systems with the mini-grid controller. Including existing power systems into a decentralized mini-grid, can highly increase cost-efficiency. In a decentralized approach payments for the consumed energy between mini-grid actors are required. Accounting is, however, a complex administrative procedure, if the respective power systems are owned by different individuals and organizations. A transparent blockchain-based temper-proof approach can be a solution to automate metering and billing, allowing automatic payments between independent subsystem owners using smart contracts. In order to further optimize the smart mini-grid, an artificial intelligence learning algorithm for a dynamic electricity price needs to be developed. This smart and decentralized approach for building Mini-Grids is a novelty bringing solar systems one step closer to self-sufficiency. This paper describes how a smart mini-grid solution can be implemented using the Don Bosco Solar & Renewable Energy Center campus mini-grid in Tema, Ghana as a case study.

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Solar Power Installation for the Territory of Siberia

MATEC Web of Conferences ◽

10.1051/matecconf/201815501054 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 155 ◽

pp. 01054

Author(s):

Arman Boyakhchyan ◽

Alyona Okhorzina ◽

Aygul Kshalova

Keyword(s):

Power Systems ◽

Field Experiments ◽

Solar Power ◽

Power Installation ◽

Liquid Cooling ◽

Solar Systems

This article describes combined solar systems with liquid cooling are considered in this article. Solar power systems have long been popular in Europe, but in the Siberian climate these systems were considered to be inappropriate. The paper argues that such installations may be used even in Siberia, and in some regions it will be economically profitable. In this article describe an installation that was assembled to carry out field experiments.

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Economic Analysis for Residential Solar PV Systems Based on Different Demand Charge Tariffs

Energies ◽

10.3390/en11123271 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 11 (12) ◽

pp. 3271 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Milad Zeraatpisheh ◽

Reza Arababadi ◽

Mohsen Saffari Pour

Keyword(s):

Power Systems ◽

Net Present Value ◽

Cost Effective ◽

Internal Rate Of Return ◽

Solar Pv ◽

Pv System ◽

Solar Systems ◽

Pv Systems ◽

Different Types ◽

Demand Charge

It is well known that the use of photovoltaic (PV) systems helps to preserve the environment, produce lower levels of greenhouse gases (GHGs), and reduce global warming, however, whether it is economically profitable for customers or not is highly debatable. This paper aims to address this issue. To be comprehensive, three different types of buildings are considered as case studies. Then, these three buildings are modeled in EnergyPlus to determine the rate of energy consumption. Afterward, comparisons of various solar system sizes based on economic parameters such as the internal rate of return, the net present value, payback period and profitability indexing for various-sized PV systems are carried out. The results show that by the demand charge tariffs, using PV systems has no economic justification. It has been shown that even with neglecting further costs of the PV system like maintenance, by demand charge tariffs, it is not economically beneficial for customers to use the PV systems. Profitability index of all three buildings with various PV power systems is between 0.2 to 0.8, which are by no means is desirable. Moreover, it was found that bigger solar systems are less cost-effective in the presence of demand charges.

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Overview of Hybrid Energy Solar Systems

SMART MOVES JOURNAL IJOSCIENCE ◽

10.24113/ijoscience.v7i6.447 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 43-48

Author(s):

Sanyam Indurkhya ◽

Shravan Vishwakarma

Keyword(s):

Developing Countries ◽

Power Systems ◽

Reactive Power ◽

Energy Systems ◽

Electric Power Systems ◽

Energy Resources ◽

Renewable Energy Systems ◽

Hybrid Energy ◽

Solar Systems ◽

Hybrid Energy Systems

Reduced coal usage has resulted in the assimilation of the more renewable energy systems in latest electric power systems for a variety of reasons.Renewable Energy resources are playing most significant role in the developing countries. Solar energy and wind energy This work basically presents the basic overview of the Hybrid Energy Systems (HESs) which are utilized for inserting reactive power.

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Study of Necessities and Technologies for Using Hybrid Photovoltaic-Wind Power Systems

TELKOMNIKA Indonesian Journal of Electrical Engineering ◽

10.11591/tijee.v16i1.1581 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 16 (1) ◽

pp. 7

Author(s):

Sobhan Dorahaki

Keyword(s):

Energy Source ◽

Solar Energy ◽

Power Systems ◽

Power System ◽

Wind Power ◽

Clean Energy ◽

Solar Systems ◽

Wind Power System ◽

Wind Power Systems ◽

Clean Energy Source

In recent years, increase in environment concerns and demand for energy are two main issues in ongoing growth of using solar systems. Solar energy has been known as a renewable and clean energy source. One of the most applied and new ways for using sun energy is hybrid photovoltaic technology. This paper discusses requirements, methods, limitations and technologies used in the hybrid photovoltaic-wind power system.

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