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Experimental Comparison of Planar and Parabolic Reflectors for Improved Photovoltaic Output

Year 2025, Volume: 34, 369 - 376

Abstract

The global demand for renewable energy sources has propelled advancements in photovoltaic (PV)
technology, aiming to enhance the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of solar power generation. This study
empirically examines how reflector geometry affects photovoltaic (PV) system performance by contrasting flat
and parabolic reflector designs. The two reflector types were tested in a controlled outdoor area with the same
ambient factors and solar irradiation. Over 30 days, important performance indicators such as power output,
current-voltage characteristics, and temperature impacts were measured. Because parabolic reflectors are better
at concentrating diffuse and directing sunlight, the results show that they can increase PV output by up to 28%
compared to planar reflectors. Planar reflectors, on the other hand, showed less vulnerability to hotspot
development and more uniformity in light distribution. The results provide useful insights for developing
reflector-integrated PV systems in a variety of climatic settings by highlighting the trade-offs between
operational stability and efficiency benefits.

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  • Ismail, B., Abdallah, L., & Elhachemi, K. (2025). Experimental comparison of planar and parabolic reflectors for improved photovoltaic output. The Eurasia Proceedings of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (EPSTEM), 34, 369-376.
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Details

Primary Language English
Subjects Photovoltaic Power Systems
Journal Section Articles
Authors

Benlaria Ismail

Laidi Abdallah

Kouddad Elhachemi

Early Pub Date August 1, 2025
Publication Date
Submission Date February 24, 2025
Acceptance Date March 30, 2025
Published in Issue Year 2025Volume: 34

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APA Ismail, B., Abdallah, L., & Elhachemi, K. (2025). Experimental Comparison of Planar and Parabolic Reflectors for Improved Photovoltaic Output. The Eurasia Proceedings of Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics, 34, 369-376.