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"Esta tesis de maestría desarrolla un sistema fotovoltaico para alimentar un prototipo existente de electrolizador de cloruro de sodio, cuyo subproducto podría utilizarse para potabilizar agua. A efectos de dimensionar...

This paper discusses the use of semiconductor solar cells based on thin-film cadmium telluride (CdTe) in modern energy production. The advantages and disadvantages of using CdTe thin-film solar cells are analyzed, and ar...

Recently, there has been increasing interest in utilizing solar thermophotovoltaics (STPV) to convert sunlight into electricity, given their potential to exceed the Shockley-Queisser limit. Encouragingly, there have also...

Photocatalysis uses semiconductors to convert sunlight into chemical energy. Recent reports have shown that plasmonic nanostructures can be used to extend semiconductor light absorption or to drive direct photocatalysis ...

In this paper it is presented the concept and design of a new type of spacecraft that could be used to make the first manned interstellar travel. Solar one would integrate three near-term technologies, namely: compact nu...

The selection of sustainable and effective covering systems is essential in greenhouses to ensure optimal insulation, microclimate control, energy management, and proper solar irradiance filtration for plant growth. This...

The grounding system in a Solar Power Plant installation has an important role as a safeguard against external disturbances such as overcurrent and overvoltage due to lightning strikes or internal disturbances. Consideri...

Abstract The dual pressures of climate change and industrial water scarcity demand integrated solutions that jointly decarbonize power supply and reduce freshwater dependency. This study presents a site-specific, techno-...

Access to reliable and sustainable power generation in remote areas is a critical challenge faced by many regions worldwide. In such areas, hybrid energy systems integrating solar, wind, and battery components have emerg...

Due to the lack of access to grid electricity, milk preservation is a significant challenge in pastoral and rural areas of most African countries, despite the large volume of milk produced. Integrating milk pasteurizatio...

Abstract Freshwater scarcity and increasing energy demands pose serious challenges, and they are mainly experienced in arid environments and remote locations that are not grid-connected. In order to tackle these problems...

Abstract Renewable energy in Africa has gained increasing attention as a strategic pathway to achieving sustainable development, energy security, and economic transformation. A structured search of peer-reviewed studies ...

Highlights First holistic review: It provides the first systematic review encompassing the entire spectrum of laser processing techniques from doping and ablation to crystallization and contact optimization within the co...

Renewable energy is rapidly increasing in importance in the energy mix in many countries worlwide. They are a key part of the energy transition to more sustainable energy systems.Green roofs are multi-layered systems cov...

El trabajo muestra los resultados de los ensayos realizados en un secadero solar tendalero mixto con chimenea solar, en convección natural, y la simulación del funcionamiento de la chimenea solar. El sistema está cons...

Abstract The research provides a comprehensive overview of the Spanish energy landscape in 2023, emphasizing the achievements and challenges in transitioning to a more sustainable electricity system in line with EU polic...

Abstract Solar-powered electric-vehicle (EV) charging in tropical, PV-rich regions such as Uganda faces coupled stressors from high ambient temperature and intermittent solar irradiance, which can destabilize conventiona...

The global water emergency requires innovative and sustainable solutions to afford clean water especially after a rapid growing populations and industrial practices besides environmental changes. Solar desalination, part...

Today’s farming is up against the tough task of boosting crop yields while also taking care of the environment. The way pesticides and herbicides are usually applied can be a real hassle. It's often not very efficient,...

Abstract Photovoltaic (PV) systems have become one of the most important solutions to sustainable energy production due to the growing demand of renewable energy and the necessity to harness energy in the most efficient ...

Abstract The number of electric vehicles has increased due to emission concerns associated with conventional transportation systems. Therefore, the energy management of charging demand has been quite consequential in rec...

Livestock production systems of Argentina show an ongoing process of change in the composition of their forage base, with a gradual increase in the proportion of their area assigned to forage crop sequences (FCS) −in p...

ABSTRACT Constructing ternary blends has been considered as a feasible approach to achieve highly efficient organic solar cells; however, the delicate choice of the guest components still needs labor‐intensive and time...

Water scarcity is mostly experienced within most parts of the world; This calls for the design of a portable, self-contained, low-cost desalination unit that can be used easily in an emergency or water shortages. This wo...