Advancements in photovoltaic technology: A comprehensive review of recent advances and future prospects
Photovoltaic (PV) technology has become a cornerstone in the global transition to renewable energy. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of recent advancements in PV technology and presents forward-looking insights into future trends. Beginning with a historical overview and the fundamental...
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| author | Abdelrahman O. Ali Abdelrahman T. Elgohr Mostafa H. El-Mahdy Hossam M. Zohir Ahmed Z. Emam Mostafa G. Mostafa Muna Al-Razgan Hossam M. Kasem Mohamed S. Elhadidy |
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| description | Photovoltaic (PV) technology has become a cornerstone in the global transition to renewable energy. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of recent advancements in PV technology and presents forward-looking insights into future trends. Beginning with a historical overview and the fundamental principles of photovoltaic conversion, the paper traces the evolution of commercial PV cells, such as crystalline silicon and thin-film technologies. Special attention is given to emerging materials, including perovskite, multi-junction, and organic photovoltaic cells, which hold significant promise for boosting solar energy conversion efficiency. The paper also explores cutting-edge innovations in PV device architectures, such as tandem cells, quantum dot cells, bifacial panels, flexible PV, and transparent solar cells, highlighting their potential in diverse applications. Key manufacturing processes and efficiency enhancement techniques, including silicon wafer production and thin-film deposition, are thoroughly examined. The review further explores the integration of PV systems into smart grids and building management systems, supported by real-world case studies. Economic and environmental analyses underscore the pivotal role of PV technology in reducing carbon emissions and fostering sustainable energy solutions. Finally, the review addresses pressing challenges, such as efficiency constraints, sustainability issues, and recycling concerns, while proposing directions for future research aimed at overcoming these hurdles and driving continued innovation in the field. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-ea3e2f2c8b264bf6a685d40cfd7da80d2025-08-20T02:31:56ZengElsevierEnergy Conversion and Management: X2590-17452025-04-012610095210.1016/j.ecmx.2025.100952Advancements in photovoltaic technology: A comprehensive review of recent advances and future prospectsAbdelrahman O. Ali0Abdelrahman T. Elgohr1Mostafa H. El-Mahdy2Hossam M. Zohir3Ahmed Z. Emam4Mostafa G. Mostafa5Muna Al-Razgan6Hossam M. Kasem7Mohamed S. Elhadidy8Mechanical Power Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt; Faculty of Engineering, Mansoura National University, Mansoura, EgyptDepartment of Mechatronics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Horus University, New Damietta 34517, Egypt; Corresponding author.Mechatronics Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Ahram Canadian University, EgyptDepartment of Mechatronics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Horus University, New Damietta 34517, EgyptComputer Science and Math Department, Faculty of Science, Menoufia University, Menoufia, EgyptDivision of Computing, McKendree University, IL 62254, USADepartment of Software Engineering, College of Computer and Information Sciences, King Saud University, P.O. Box 51178, Riyadh 11543, Saudi ArabiaDepartment of Electronics and Communications, Faculty of Engineering, Tanta University, Egypt; Department of Computer Science Engineering, Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology (E-JUST), Borg-ELArab, Alexandria, Egypt; Electronics and Electrical Communications Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Horus University Egypt, New Damietta, EgyptDepartment of Mechatronics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Horus University, New Damietta 34517, EgyptPhotovoltaic (PV) technology has become a cornerstone in the global transition to renewable energy. This review provides a comprehensive analysis of recent advancements in PV technology and presents forward-looking insights into future trends. Beginning with a historical overview and the fundamental principles of photovoltaic conversion, the paper traces the evolution of commercial PV cells, such as crystalline silicon and thin-film technologies. Special attention is given to emerging materials, including perovskite, multi-junction, and organic photovoltaic cells, which hold significant promise for boosting solar energy conversion efficiency. The paper also explores cutting-edge innovations in PV device architectures, such as tandem cells, quantum dot cells, bifacial panels, flexible PV, and transparent solar cells, highlighting their potential in diverse applications. Key manufacturing processes and efficiency enhancement techniques, including silicon wafer production and thin-film deposition, are thoroughly examined. The review further explores the integration of PV systems into smart grids and building management systems, supported by real-world case studies. Economic and environmental analyses underscore the pivotal role of PV technology in reducing carbon emissions and fostering sustainable energy solutions. Finally, the review addresses pressing challenges, such as efficiency constraints, sustainability issues, and recycling concerns, while proposing directions for future research aimed at overcoming these hurdles and driving continued innovation in the field.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590174525000844Photovoltaic technologySolar energyPerovskite cellsTandem solar cellsRenewable energyEfficiency enhancement |
| spellingShingle | Abdelrahman O. Ali Abdelrahman T. Elgohr Mostafa H. El-Mahdy Hossam M. Zohir Ahmed Z. Emam Mostafa G. Mostafa Muna Al-Razgan Hossam M. Kasem Mohamed S. Elhadidy Advancements in photovoltaic technology: A comprehensive review of recent advances and future prospects Energy Conversion and Management: X Photovoltaic technology Solar energy Perovskite cells Tandem solar cells Renewable energy Efficiency enhancement |
| title | Advancements in photovoltaic technology: A comprehensive review of recent advances and future prospects |
| title_full | Advancements in photovoltaic technology: A comprehensive review of recent advances and future prospects |
| title_fullStr | Advancements in photovoltaic technology: A comprehensive review of recent advances and future prospects |
| title_full_unstemmed | Advancements in photovoltaic technology: A comprehensive review of recent advances and future prospects |
| title_short | Advancements in photovoltaic technology: A comprehensive review of recent advances and future prospects |
| title_sort | advancements in photovoltaic technology a comprehensive review of recent advances and future prospects |
| topic | Photovoltaic technology Solar energy Perovskite cells Tandem solar cells Renewable energy Efficiency enhancement |
| url | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590174525000844 |
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