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Predictive Modeling For Assessing The Reliability Of Bypass Diodes In Photovoltaic Modules, Narendra Shiradkar
Predictive Modeling For Assessing The Reliability Of Bypass Diodes In Photovoltaic Modules, Narendra Shiradkar
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Solar Photovoltaics (PV) is one of the most promising renewable energy technologies for mitigating the effect of climate change. Reliability of PV modules directly impacts the Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE), which is a metric for cost competitiveness of any energy technology. Further reduction in LCOE of PV through assured long term reliability is necessary in order to facilitate widespread use of solar energy without the need for subsidies. This dissertation is focused on frameworks for assessing reliability of bypass diodes in PV modules. Bypass diodes are critical components in PV modules that provide protection against shading. Failure of bypass …