The Application of Nanofluids in Solar Energy and Photovoltaic Systems
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Fluid Science and Technology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 August 2025 | Viewed by 37
Special Issue Editor
Interests: heat transfer; nanofluids; solar energy; thermal conductivity; isobaric specific heat; parabolic trough collectors
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Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue on "The Application of Nanofluids in Solar Energy and Photovoltaic Systems" explores innovative research and advancements in the use of nanofluids to enhance the efficiency and performance of solar energy technologies. This Special Issue focuses on the development and optimization of nanofluids as heat transfer fluids, aiming to improve thermal conductivity, energy absorption, and overall system efficiency in concentrating solar power (CSP) plants, photovoltaic (PV) systems, and hybrid solar–thermal systems. Topics include the synthesis and characterization of advanced nanofluids, stability enhancement techniques, and their impact on thermal and optical properties. The integration of nanotechnology in solar energy systems is discussed, with particular emphasis on overcoming current limitations in scalability, cost-effectiveness, and environmental impact. Contributions also highlight experimental and computational approaches for evaluating nanofluids' performance, as well as their real-world applications in renewable energy systems. By addressing key challenges and exploring new opportunities, this Special Issue aims to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and accelerate the adoption of nanofluids in sustainable energy solutions.
Dr. Paloma Martínez-Merino
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- nanofluids in solar energy
- photovoltaic efficiency enhancement
- concentrating solar power (CSP)
- thermal conductivity optimization
- advanced heat transfer fluids
- hybrid solar–thermal systems
- stability of nanofluids
- optical properties of nanofluids
- renewable energy nanotechnology
- environmental impact of nanofluids
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