Li, Y, Witharana, S, Cao, H et al. (3 more authors) (2014) Wide spectrum solar energy harvesting through an integrated photovoltaic and thermoelectric system. Particuology, 15. 39 - 44. ISSN 1674-2001
Abstract
This paper proposes a power system concept that integrates photovoltaic (PV) and thermoelectric (TE) technologies to harvest solar energy from a wide spectral range. By introduction of the 'spectrum beam splitting' technique, short wavelength solar radiation is converted directly into electricity in the PV cells, while the long wavelength segment of the spectrum is used to produce moderate to high temperature thermal energy, which then generates electricity in the TE device. To overcome the intermittent nature of solar radiation, the system is also coupled to a thermal energy storage unit. A systematic analysis of the integrated system is carried out, encompassing the system configuration, material properties, thermal management, and energy storage aspects. We have also attempted to optimize the integrated system. The results indicate that the system configuration and optimization are the most important factors for high overall efficiency.
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Item Type: | Article |
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Keywords: | Solar power; Photovoltaic panel; Spectrum beam splitting; Thermoelectric generator; Energy storage |
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Institution: | The University of Leeds |
Academic Units: | The University of Leeds > Faculty of Engineering & Physical Sciences (Leeds) > School of Chemical & Process Engineering (Leeds) > Institute for Particle Science and Engineering (Leeds) |
Depositing User: | Symplectic Publications |
Date Deposited: | 16 Oct 2015 14:40 |
Last Modified: | 16 Oct 2015 14:40 |
Published Version: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.partic.2013.08.003 |
Status: | Published |
Publisher: | Elsevier |
Identification Number: | 10.1016/j.partic.2013.08.003 |
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Open Archives Initiative ID (OAI ID): | oai:eprints.whiterose.ac.uk:89013 |