Experimental Validation of 1D Model for Photovoltaic Thermal (PV/T) Modules
Abstract
To understand specific performance characteristics of a flat photovoltaic thermal (PV/T) module, a general 1D model has been performed, leading to an exponential equation for output temperature when weather and input fluid characteristics are known. To validate the model, a unique parametrical experimental validation was performed and is the focus of this paper: nine prototypes were built and monitored with the normative Solar Keymark approach. The model had a good fit with the first results. This conclusion has to be confirmed for future prototypes based on a polymeric heat exchanger.