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Novel method and system for monitoring CPV cell and module temperature (2010)
Journal Article
Adkins, D. (2010). Novel method and system for monitoring CPV cell and module temperature. Conference Record IEEE Photovoltaic Specialists Conference, 1660-1665. https://doi.org/10.1109/PVSC.2010.5616045

This paper presents a novel system for accurate monitoring of photovoltaic cell temperature, allowing the introduction of thermal management strategies critical to maintaining high efficiencies and cell lifetimes. The sensor device outlined consists... Read More about Novel method and system for monitoring CPV cell and module temperature.

The validation and verification of CFD models of heat transfer and airflow within CPV modules (2010)
Journal Article
Adkins, D. (2010). The validation and verification of CFD models of heat transfer and airflow within CPV modules. Conference Record IEEE Photovoltaic Specialists Conference, 827-830. https://doi.org/10.1109/PVSC.2010.5617190

Simulation models are used for predicting a photovoltaic concentrator's performance. It is desirable to analyse theoretically any given system as extensively as possible before embarking on expensive construction. Calculation of the flow fields both... Read More about The validation and verification of CFD models of heat transfer and airflow within CPV modules.