Review Reports - Using the AIDA Method in the Design of New Elements for the Photovoltaic Mounting Structures

Round 1

Reviewer 1 Report

Comments and Suggestions for Authors

In this paper, a new optimization method is proposed to optimize the structure of photovoltaic modules, which are the core components of the existing PV technology, such as low efficiency, high cost and environmental pollution, and the advantages of this method in cost saving and sustainability are discussed through data analysis. However, the following problems remain:

1. In the description part of the procedure, it is recommended to specify the basis and significance of the procedure planning;

2. It is suggested to use different evaluation marks to distinguish evaluation objectives;

3. Suggest to optimize the abstract or increase the length of 3D printing in the article;

4. It is suggested to unify the form;

5. In the conclusion part, it is suggested to emphasize the practical benefits that the structure may bring in the actual project;

6. Since defining function A depends on C and is hard to distinguish, why keep it?

Comments on the Quality of English Language

Minor editing of English language required

Author Response

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Reviewer 2 Report

Comments and Suggestions for Authors

The manuscript discusses the use of the AIDA method in designing new elements for photovoltaic mounting structures. The AIDA method aims to provide a structured framework for identifying, assessing, and optimizing the design of PV assemblies. The article demonstrates how the AIDA method can be effectively utilized to identify and assess potential improvements in PV assembly design, leading to the development of more efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly PV systems. The author is recommended to work on visually explaining the work and highlighting the novelty of the research.

Comment

1) Abstract- Consider summarizing the quantitative findings of the paper

2) Line 11- mention the full form of AIDA here as it is being referred to in the abstract for the first time

3) Introduction – Please consider discussing some examples and studies in the literature on AIDA implementation and its outcome.

4) Introduction- Please Include visualizations or examples to illustrate the current method from the cited literature that would enhance the paper's clarity and understanding

5) Method – it is not clear how all the number comes from in “Table 4. Criteria satisfaction matrix.” The paper needs to work on including information on tools used to perform the analysis to make the results reproducible.

6) Please consider adding schematics to explain the flow of information in the AIDA method. The paper needs to work on communicating the information and novelty to the reader

7) Line 149-159: Present the information in the tabular format for easy readability.

8) Please consider citing the equation used throughout the paper

9) Conclusion- The paper could benefit from a more detailed discussion on the limitations and potential future directions of AIDA for research in the field of PV.