Modeling and experimental validation of NePCM-Nanofluid-Based PVT system

Sheikh, Fahim Rahim and Deshmukh, Suresh Pandurang and Ardhapurkar, Purushottam and Pathan, Khizar Ahmed and Shaikh, Sohel Khalil and Khan, Sher Afghan (2024) Modeling and experimental validation of NePCM-Nanofluid-Based PVT system. Journal of Advanced Research in Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences, 122 (1). pp. 205-222. ISSN 2289-7879

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Abstract

Photovoltaic thermal (PVT) systems, when combined with nanoparticle-enhanced phase change materials (NePCM-nanofluid), significantly enhance energy efficiency in solar thermal applications. This study introduces a mathematical model for a nanofluid/NePCM PVT system validated by experimental data. The model demonstrates electrical and thermal efficiencies of 14.50% and 70%, respectively, closely aligning with experimental results of 14% and 69.40%. The maximum temperatures observed are 43.1°C for glass, 42.60°C for the PV cell, 42°C for wax, and 41.8°C for the nanofluid. These findings underscore the model's accuracy and its practical potential for optimizing PVT systems in high-temperature environments.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Hybrid PVT collectors; nanofluid; NePCM; mathematical model
Subjects:	T Technology > TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery > TJ163.26 Energy conservation
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Engineering > Department of Mechanical Engineering Kulliyyah of Engineering
Depositing User:	Prof. Dr. Sher Afghan Khan
Date Deposited:	21 Oct 2024 12:16
Last Modified:	21 Oct 2024 12:16
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/115158

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