Effect of Soiling from Dust Particles on Solar Cell Efficiency in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Muntaser Abdelrahman Almansoori, Rawdah Almannaee, Mariam Aldhefairi, Meerh Alsuwaidi, Ayman Rezk, Ammar Nayfeh

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    Abstract

    In this work, we investigate the effect of dust particle size on the performance of solar cells in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Seven sand samples from different locations across the UAE are collected and analyzed. It's observed that each of the samples differs in grain size, color, and texture. After dispersing each of the samples on the surface of a solar panel, the cells' IV values are measured under one sun and dark conditions. The performance of the solar cells can be linked to the properties of the sand samples. The results show that dust buildup on the solar panel's surface lowers its efficiency by a percentage that goes up to 41.45%, as well as reducing the current. Furthermore, the size of the sand grains and agglomeration behavior has a direct effect on the cell's efficiency.

    Original languageBritish English
    Title of host publication2023 IEEE 50th Photovoltaic Specialists Conference, PVSC 2023
    PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
    ISBN (Electronic)9781665460590
    DOIs
    StatePublished - 2023
    Event50th IEEE Photovoltaic Specialists Conference, PVSC 2023 - San Juan, United States
    Duration: 11 Jun 202316 Jun 2023

    Publication series

    NameConference Record of the IEEE Photovoltaic Specialists Conference
    ISSN (Print)0160-8371

    Conference

    Conference50th IEEE Photovoltaic Specialists Conference, PVSC 2023
    Country/TerritoryUnited States
    CitySan Juan
    Period11/06/2316/06/23

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