Hydrophobic Nano Coating on Photovoltaic at Telecommunications Sites for Enhancing Efficiency and Cleaning

International Journal of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

© 2023 by SSRG - IJEEE Journal

Volume 10 Issue 10

Year of Publication : 2023

Authors : Abdulaziz S. Mutairi, Ali H. Alyousef, Abdulfattah H. Alkhatam

10.14445/23488379/IJEEE-V10I10P101

How to Cite?

Abdulaziz S. Mutairi, Ali H. Alyousef, Abdulfattah H. Alkhatam, "Hydrophobic Nano Coating on Photovoltaic at Telecommunications Sites for Enhancing Efficiency and Cleaning," SSRG International Journal of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, vol. 10,  no. 10, pp. 1-5, 2023. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23488379/IJEEE-V10I10P101

Abstract:

Nano coating on PV modules has tremendous potential to improve efficiency, maintain energy production continuity, and minimize environmental impact on solar energy systems as the demand for renewable energy continues to rise. Nano coating technology’s feasibility is explicitly demonstrated by the wide range of products made of different new coating technologies, which serve as a solid foundation for further research and development in this field. The article aims to discuss a case study of hydrophobic nano coating applications on PV modules at three sandy and dusty telecommunications sites. The case study examines hydrophobic nano coating application feasibility on PV systems at three remote Saudi Aramco telecommunications sites. The results were observed over a year under different weather conditions, indicating performance enhancement and less frequent maintenance.

Keywords:

Energy, Production, Coating, Solar panels, Photovoltaic.

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