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A study on the microstructure and power generation performance of colored BIPV modules

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  • Song, Min Ji
  • Yoon, Ha Eun
  • Choi, Gahyun
  • Jung, Yong Chan
  • Lee, Soo Yeol

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The need for greenhouse gas reduction and carbon neutrality is increasing, and the Building Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) power generation system is emerging as a key element. However, colored BIPV modules that enhance the aesthetic value of buildings have challenges in maintaining power generation efficiency due to their varied optical properties. This work investigates the structural, elemental, and power generation of colored BIPV modules fabricated using Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapor Deposition (PECVD), inorganic pigment dyeing (HAZE), and color dot printing (DOT) in comparison to a conventional BIPV module without color treatment. Comprehensive structural and elemental analyses were performed, and optical properties were assessed. Power generation performance was measured using an Outdoor-exposed Power Generation Evaluation (OPGE) test at various tilt angles and azimuths. The results indicated a 57.2 % decrease in power output for the PECVD module, while the DOT and HAZE modules showed a reduction of approximately 30 % compared to the reference module. The power output of the colored modules decreased compared to the conventional ones due to higher light reflectance. However, to enhance efficiency, an improved optical design was developed, reducing light reflectance by over 57 % on average. This provides the potential for optimizing both the aesthetic and functional aspects.

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  • Song, Min Ji & Yoon, Ha Eun & Choi, Gahyun & Jung, Yong Chan & Lee, Soo Yeol, 2024. "A study on the microstructure and power generation performance of colored BIPV modules," Renewable Energy, Elsevier, vol. 237(PA).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:renene:v:237:y:2024:i:pa:s0960148124016264
    DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2024.121558
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