Recent Advances in Dust Accumulation on PV Systems: Influential Factors, Characterization, Impacts, and Future Potential for Clean Energy Production | Zendy

Tuhibur Rahman | Zendy; M.S. Hossain Lipu | Zendy; Zeseya Sharmin | Zendy; Zaid Ahmed Shamsan | Zendy

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Recent Advances in Dust Accumulation on PV Systems: Influential Factors, Characterization, Impacts, and Future Potential for Clean Energy Production

Author(s) -

Tuhibur Rahman,

M.S. Hossain Lipu,

Zeseya Sharmin,

Zaid Ahmed Shamsan

Publication year - 2025

Publication title -

ieee access

Language(s) - English

Resource type - Magazines

SCImago Journal Rank - 0.587

H-Index - 127

eISSN - 2169-3536

DOI - 10.1109/access.2025.3619993

Subject(s) - aerospace , bioengineering , communication, networking and broadcast technologies , components, circuits, devices and systems , computing and processing , engineered materials, dielectrics and plasmas , engineering profession , fields, waves and electromagnetics , general topics for engineers , geoscience , nuclear engineering , photonics and electrooptics , power, energy and industry applications , robotics and control systems , signal processing and analysis , transportation

Clean energy in the form of solar photovoltaic (PV) is an optimal alternative solution for zero-emission energy resources. However, dust accumulation on solar panels greatly impacts the efficiency of solar photovoltaic systems, which is a critical issue in many Asian countries due to diverse environmental conditions. This study investigates the recent advances in dust accumulation on PV systems, emphasizing various influential factors of dust deposition, the chemical composition of PV dust, and its impact on PV output across different regions in Asia. In line with that, several PV dust accumulation factors and dust characterization techniques have been extensively analysed. Besides, the impacts on PV output power, efficiency, and transmittance have been studied, focusing specifically on electrical, optical, and thermal properties. In addition, several case studies on the chemical composition of PV dust in different Asian nations have been carried out, examining the percentage of each element, the primary constituents of dust particles, as well as the metal particles and their impact on different geographical locations. Moreover, this study explores numerous key issues and concerns and highlights sustainable solutions for PV dust prevention. The key findings emphasize the need for region-specific approaches to dust management, highlighting the importance of technological innovation and collaborative policymaking to optimize PV system efficiency and sustainability in Asia.

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