Application of Dye-Sensitized Solar Cell Technology in the Tropics: Effects of Radiation Intensity and Temperature on DSSC Performance
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2012Author
Otakwa, R V M
Simiyu, J
Waita, S M
Mwabora, J M
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Effects of radiation intensity and temperature on the
performance of a dye-sensitized solar module (DSSM) have been
investigated in a tropical area in Nairobi, Kenya. Outdoor
measurements were performed on cloudless days at normal
incidence of the incoming solar beam radiation to the module. A
series of current-voltage (I-V) characterizations were carried out at
different solar radiation intensities and module temperatures. The
module performance parameters: Short circuit current density,
(Jsc), Open circuit voltage, (Voc), Fill factor, (FF) and solar-toelectricity
conversion efficiency, (η) were extracted from the I-V
curves. Better efficiencies were observed at lower than higher
radiation intensities. There was also an overall improved
performance at elevated temperatures. The results may be useful
during fabrication of dye-sensitized solar cells meant for use in the
tropics.
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International journal of advanced renewable energy research Otakwa R. V. M et al. , Vol. 1, Issue. 2, pp. 109-116, 2012Publisher
School of Physical Sciences