Mohamed Bechir Ben Hamida , Abdelkrim Khelifa , Mohammed El Hadi Attia , Moataz M. Abdel-Aziz
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Maximizing energy output in PVT systems with triangular-finned solar air collectors
Photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) systems face efficiency limitations due to inadequate heat dissipation from PV panels. This work provides the first systematic analysis of triangular fins in PVT air collectors, demonstrating their unique advantages over conventional designs. A 3D CFD model (ANSYS Fluent 2025) analyzed two configurations: a reference model (simple collector) and a modified model (triangular fins) under varying airflow rates (Re = 3000–21000) and solar intensities (200–1000 W/m2). Results show the modified model achieves 17.37 % higher thermal efficiency at Re = 9000, with 11.3 % greater thermal power output at Re = 3000, while maintaining identical electrical efficiency (∼13.66 %). The fins’ impact diminishes at high Re (21000), where forced convection dominates. This work demonstrates that triangular fins optimize heat transfer in PVT systems, offering a practical solution for energy output enhancement. The novelty lies in the systematic evaluation of triangular fins geometric advantages over conventional designs, validated against prior experimental data.
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Applied Thermal Engineering disseminates novel research related to the design, development and demonstration of components, devices, equipment, technologies and systems involving thermal processes for the production, storage, utilization and conservation of energy, with a focus on engineering application.
The journal publishes high-quality and high-impact Original Research Articles, Review Articles, Short Communications and Letters to the Editor on cutting-edge innovations in research, and recent advances or issues of interest to the thermal engineering community.