EPJ Photovoltaics
Scope & Guideline
Connecting researchers to the global solar energy discourse.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Photovoltaic Materials and Technologies:
Research on various photovoltaic materials, including silicon, perovskite, thin films, and organic solar cells, exploring their efficiencies, stability, and innovative fabrication methods. - System Performance and Optimization:
Studies aimed at optimizing the performance of photovoltaic systems, including modeling, forecasting, and real-time monitoring of solar energy generation under different environmental conditions. - Sustainability and Lifecycle Assessment:
Investigations into the environmental impacts of photovoltaic technologies, including lifecycle assessments, recycling strategies, and the integration of circular economy principles in solar energy deployment. - Advanced Characterization Techniques:
Utilization of advanced imaging, diagnostic, and characterization methods to assess the performance and reliability of photovoltaic modules and components. - Innovative Applications and Integration:
Exploration of novel applications of photovoltaic technology, such as building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), floating solar installations, and integration with other renewable energy sources.
Trending and Emerging
- Perovskite Solar Cells:
There is an increasing focus on perovskite solar cells, with studies investigating their fabrication, efficiency improvements, and stability. This trend is crucial as perovskites have the potential to revolutionize the solar energy landscape due to their high efficiency and lower production costs. - Machine Learning and AI Applications:
The application of machine learning and artificial intelligence to optimize photovoltaic system performance, including power forecasting and defect detection, is gaining momentum, showcasing the intersection of technology and renewable energy. - Bifacial and Floating Photovoltaics:
Research into bifacial solar panels and floating photovoltaic systems is on the rise, driven by their advantages in efficiency and land use, addressing the growing need for sustainable energy solutions in various environments. - Circular Economy in Photovoltaics:
Emerging studies prioritize circular economy strategies for photovoltaic deployment, focusing on recycling, material recovery, and sustainability, which are increasingly recognized as essential for the future of solar energy. - Advanced Performance Monitoring and Diagnostics:
The development of advanced monitoring techniques and diagnostic tools for evaluating photovoltaic performance under real-world conditions is trending, emphasizing the importance of reliability and efficiency in solar energy systems.
Declining or Waning
- Conventional Silicon Cell Technologies:
While silicon remains a dominant material, the frequency of publications specifically focused on traditional silicon solar cell technologies has decreased, possibly due to the emergence of more innovative materials like perovskites. - Basic Theoretical Studies:
The focus on purely theoretical approaches without practical application or experimental validation seems to be declining, as researchers increasingly seek to publish results that have direct implications for real-world applications. - Low-Efficiency Systems:
Research on low-efficiency photovoltaic systems or technologies that do not demonstrate significant advancements in efficiency or cost-effectiveness is becoming less prominent, as the community shifts toward higher-performance solutions.
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