An Investigation into the Effect of Cooling on the Efficiency of Monocrystalline Solar Panels
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https://doi.org/10.61779/jasetm.v3i1.2Keywords:
Monocrystalline solar panels, Active cooling, MINITAB 17, Panel efficiencyAbstract
This study investigates the impact of temperature variations on the efficiency of two identical 50-watt monocrystalline solar panels, one equipped with active cooling and the other without any cooling mechanism. Conducted in a controlled environment simulating real-world temperature conditions, the experiment compares the panels' power output and overall performance. The panels are exposed to diverse thermal conditions to isolate the effect of temperature on efficiency. Detailed data on electrical output, temperature, and other parameters are systematically collected and analyzed using MINITAB 17 software. The analysis reveals key correlations and trends, providing predictive models that demonstrate how active cooling enhances panel efficiency under varying temperature conditions. These findings offer valuable insights into optimizing solar panel performance, particularly in regions with high thermal fluctuations.
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