Tapered-channel thermal management

7.9% better uniformity

Tapered-channel design in the CPV-LITC hybrid system outperforms the conventional 1:1 channel in achieving uniform PV temperature distribution and extended lifespan.

Zhong, Fanghao · Ai, Tianchao · Jianghan, Zhao · Ming, Qu · Liu, Zhuo · Xiang, Wei · Song, Yangfan · Chen, Hongwei

Energy 2025

Specifications

Temperature uniformity improvement

{'zh': '7.9', 'en': '7.9'} %

concentration ratio improvement

{'zh': '33.7', 'en': '33.7'} %

典型气象年下寿命延长可

{'zh': '19.6', 'en': ''} %

Advantages

PV average temperature reduction: 6.5 K (S_in/S_out=3:1)