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Passive cooling of Photovoltaic panels using radiative paints and metal foam fins: A critical review of mechanisms, materials, and performance metrics Open

Kehinde Temitope Alao, Jing Ee Yit, Shuib Husin, Zeshan Aslam, Hussein A. Kazem · 2025

The Role of Vegetable Oils in Modifying Lipid Profiles in Patients with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Open

Bushra Raheem Hade, Hussein A. Kazem, Sora A. Al-Mamoori, Emad Kamil Hussein · 2025

The prevalence of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) has been steadily rising, marked by an accumulation of fat within the liver and alterations in the body’s metabolic processes. This study aimed to investigate the potential benefi…

Biosorption of Crystal Violet onto Fenugreek Seed Powder: Comprehensive Optimization Through Response Surface Methodology and Elucidation of Dye Uptake Mechanism Open

Hasan M. Agha, Zaher Mundher Yaseen‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬, Wafaa Raji Alfatlawi, Khansaa Al‐Essa, Abdallah Reghioua , et al. · 2025

This work investigates the efficacy of fenugreek seed powder (FSP), an agricultural product, as an economical and sustainable biosorbent for the extraction of crystal violet (CV) dye from aqueous environments. The biosorbent was analyzed u…

Impact of severe weather conditions in Iraq on the performance of grid-connected photovoltaic system Open

Miqdam T. Chaichan, Hussein A. Kazem, Maytham T. Mahdi, Hanani Abdul Wahab · 2025

The view of decision makers in Iraq has evolved towards the use of photovoltaic (PV) units to encourage the generation of green electricity. Previously, this technology was considered as a secondary option because its performance decreases…

Improving the Performance of Smart Solar Energy Management by Integrating IoT and Machine-Learning Open

Firas Basim Ismail, Hemant Kumar Singh, Hussein A. Kazem, Nizar F. O. Al- Muhsen, Zahraa H. Kareem , et al. · 2025

Integrating IoT with machine-learning transforms solar energy management, improving efficiency and reliability. This paper discusses building a sophisticated system that combines real-time IoT data collection with advanced machine-learning…

Development of Optimized Maintenance Scheduling Model for Coal-Fired Power Plant Boiler Open

Noor Fazreen Ahmad Fuzi, Firas Basim Ismail, Hussein A. Kazem, Miqdam T. Chaichan · 2025

Efficient maintenance scheduling for coal-fired power plant boilers requires systematic approaches due to frequent upkeep needs. Computing intelligence, a subset of AI, aids in gaining insights. Optimization methods like MILP and PSO rely …

A review of photovoltaic/thermal (PV/T) incorporation in the hydrogen production process Open

Hussein A. Kazem, Miqdam T. Chaichan, Ali H.A. Al‐Waeli, Kamaruzzaman Sopian, W.E. Alnaser , et al. · 2025

Integrating the photovoltaic/thermal (PV/T) system in green hydrogen production is an improvement in sustainable energy technologies. In PV/T systems, solar energy is converted into electricity and thermal energy simultaneously using hot w…

Modelling and Performance Evaluation of a Photovoltaic/thermal Solar Energy System in Oman Using Experimental Data and Artificial Neural Networks Open

Asil M. K. Al Khaldi, Al-Ghaliya A. S. Al-Marzouqi, Hussein A. Kazem, Miqdam T. Chaichan · 2025

Enhancing Photovoltaic Efficiency with Dual-axis Solar Tracking and Radiative Cooling Technology Open

Joeson Wong, Kamaruzzaman Sopian, Hussein A. Kazem · 2025

Photovoltaic modules' efficiency is often reduced by high operating temperatures and fixed positioning, leading to energy losses and suboptimal solar irradiation capture. The novelty of this study is to improve PV performance using trackin…

Design, Analysis and Optimization of High-Efficiency Wind Turbines for Sustainable Power Generation Using Tubercles Wind Turbine Design Open

Firas Basim Ismail, N. Ahmad Adlan, Salim Hrez Jassam, Nizar F.O. Al-Muhsen, Salah Mahdi Khaleel , et al. · 2025

Homogeneous and Stratified Combustion Characteristics Affected by Injection and Spark Timings Trade-off in Dual Ethanol SI Engine Open

Nizar F.O. Al-Muhsen, Guang Hong, Firas Basim Ismail, Salim Hrez Jassam, Safaa Mahdi Hasan BAAME , et al. · 2025

Dust mitigation methods and multi-criteria decision-making cleaning strategies for photovoltaic systems: Advances, challenges, and future directions Open

Mahdi Gandomzadeh, Ali Yaghoubi, Arman Hoorsun, Alireza Parsay, Aslan Gholami , et al. · 2024

This review consolidates four decades of research (1983–2024) on dust mitigation for photovoltaic systems, categorizing strategies into four key areas: preventive measures, dust monitoring systems, active cleaning methods, and multi-criter…

Optimal nanofluid selection for photovoltaic/thermal (PV/T) systems in adverse climatic conditions Open

Miqdam T. Chaichan, Hussein A. Kazem, Maytham T. Mahdi, Ali H.A. Al-Walei, Anees A. Khadom , et al. · 2024

For PV/T systems, nanofluids are used to collect thermal energy and cool the PV panels in order to generate more electricity. To date, researchers have not agreed on a name for the optimal nanofluid for photovoltaic thermal (PV/T) applicat…

Evaluation of photovoltaic thermal system performance with different nanoparticle sizes via energy, exergy, and irreversibility analysis Open

Miqdam T. Chaichan, Hussein A. Kazem, Hussain Saad, Ali H.A. Al‐Waeli, K. Sopain · 2024

The PVT system efficiency generally depends on diverse factors, such as design parameters, solar radiation intensity, and the concentration and type of nanofluid, among other major factors. The present work focuses on the effect of nanopar…

Energy enhancement of building-integrated photovoltaic/thermal systems: A systematic review Open

Hussein A. Kazem, Miqdam T. Chaichan, Ali H.A. Al‐Waeli, Kamaruzzaman Sopian, Naser W. Alnaser , et al. · 2024

In urban areas with limited space, harnessing renewable energy, especially solar energy, can be a challenge. However, we can overcome this obstacle by using building facades to generate energy. Buildings significantly contribute to global …

AI Adoption for Steam Boiler Trip Prevention in Thermal Power Plants Open

Firas Basim Ismail, Hussain H. Al‐Kayiem, Hussein A. Kazem · 2024

Received: 20 May 2024. Revised: 22 June 2024. Accepted: 4 September 2024. Available online: 26 September 2024.

Climate Change Mitigation Through Innovative Solar-Powered Car Ventilation System Design and Evaluation for the Malaysian Context Open

Firas Basim Ismail, Hussein A. Kazem, Muhammad Ammar Bin Suhailie, Miqdam T. Chaichan · 2024

Automotive carbon emissions, primarily governed by fuel consumption, are closely related to climate change. Parked cars act as inadvertent greenhouses, accumulate heat, requiring increased fuel consumption for air conditioning upon re-entr…

Malaysian Rainwater Harvesting System for In-House Power Generation Open

Firas Basim Ismail, Muhammad Idzmir Fahmy, Azher M. Abed, Hussein A. Kazem, Miqdam T. Chaichan , et al. · 2024

Energy harvesting monitoring systems have become more important as the Internet of Things (IoT) have grown. An intelligent system to monitor rainwater harvesting at UNITEN COE BN is being designed and developed in this study. Rainwater har…

Performance evaluation of solar photovoltaic/thermal system performance: An experimental and artificial neural network approach Open

Hussein A. Kazem, Miqdam T. Chaichan, Hussain Saad, Ali H.A. Al‐Waeli, Maytham T. Mahdi , et al. · 2024

A photovoltaic panel without cooling capabilities shows low efficiency and this efficiency deteriorates further during peak periods. In contrast, a photovoltaic/thermal (PV/T) system achieves higher electrical efficiency through a cooling …

Evaluation of Grid-Connected Photovoltaic System in Harsh Weathers Open

Hussein A. Kazem, Sanaa A. Hafad, Ahmed Q Salam, Mohammed A. Fayad, Slafa I. Ibrahim , et al. · 2024

Received: 7 November 2023. Revised: 19 March 2024. Accepted: 21 May 2024. Available online: 30 June 2024.

Experimental and numerical analyses of water droplet condensation on photovoltaic surfaces under clean and dusty conditions Open

Hasanain A. Abdul Wahhab, Mohammed A. Fayad, Louay Abd Al-Azez Mahdi, Miqdam T. Chaichan, Hussein A. Kazem , et al. · 2024

Several studies have investigated the condensation effect on dust agglomerate located on PV surfaces. The phenomena of dust condensation remain minimally addressed by researchers and not understanding well in the field of PV systems. Using…

A comprehensive review of the dynamic applications of the digital twin technology across diverse energy sectors Open

Firas Basim Ismail, Hussein Al-Faiz, Hasril Hasini, Ammar Al‐Bazi, Hussein A. Kazem · 2024

The energy supply sector, encompassing vital components such as generation, transmission, and distribution, holds a pivotal role in satisfying the energy demands of modern society. Its intricate web of technologies and infrastructure ensur…

Causes, consequences, and treatments of induced degradation of solar PV: a comprehensive review Open

Hussein A. Kazem, Miqdam T. Chaichan, Ali H.A. Al‐Waeli, Warda T. Aloqab, W.E. Alnaser · 2024

Photovoltaic (PV) modules’ efficiency decreases due to the presence of external electrical potentials due to the phenomenon known as potential induced degradation (PID). Powerlines or other external sources can generate this potential, or …

Numerical and Experimental Validation of Pool Boiling Heat Transfer Enhancement by Al2o3 Nanofluid and Micro-Finned Surfaces Open

Khudir Z. Zarrag, Firas Basim Ismail Alnaimi, Ee Sann Tan, Laith Jaafer Habeeb, Hussein A. Kazem , et al. · 2024

Numerical and Experimental Validation of Pool Boiling Heat Transfer Enhancement by Al2o3 Nanofluid and Micro-Finned Surfaces Open

Khudir Z. Zarrag, Firas Basim Ismail, Ee Sann Tan, Laith Jaafer Habeeb, Hussein A. Kazem , et al. · 2024

Effect of Dust Types on Photovoltaic Module Performance: An Experimental Investigation Open

Hussein A. Kazem, Kamaruzzaman Sopian, Ali H.A. Al‐Waeli, Miqdam T. Chaichan · 2024

Design and implementation of smart integrated hybrid Solar-Darrieus wind turbine system for in-house power generation Open

Firas Basim Ismail Alnaimi, Hussein A. Kazem, Ariff Bin Alzakri, Abdulaziz Mohammed Alatir · 2024

This paper presents the design and development of an integrated hybrid Solar-Darrieus wind turbine system for renewable power generation. The Darrieus wind turbine's performance is meticulously assessed using the SG6043 airfoil, determined…

The effect of a reversed circular jet impingement on A bifacial module PVT collector energy performance Open

Muhammad Amir Aziat Bin Ishak, Adnan Ibrahim, Mohd Faizal Fauzan, Ahmad Fazlizan, Win Eng Ewe , et al. · 2023

Photovoltaic thermal (PVT) technologies have a significant downside in addition to their numerous advantages. PVT technologies are constrained by the fact that its photovoltaic module gains heat due to exposure to solar irradiance, which r…

Performance enhancement of photovoltaic modules with passive cooling multidirectional tapered fin heat sinks (MTFHS) Open

Siti Nuraisyah Razali, Adnan Ibrahim, Ahmad Fazlizan, Mohd Faizal Fauzan, Raheem K. Ajeel , et al. · 2023

The electrical output of photovoltaic (PV) modules degrades with continued exposure to extreme temperatures caused by solar radiation. The uniqueness of this research lies in the utilization of multidirectional fins with varying heights, w…

Optimizing MWCNT-Based Nanofluids for Photovoltaic/Thermal Cooling through Preparation Parameters Open

Miqdam T. Chaichan, Hussein A. Kazem, Moafaq K.S. Al-Ghezi, Ali H.A. Al‐Waeli, Ali J. Ali , et al. · 2023

Multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) were employed as added particles for nanofluids in this practical investigation. To identify the most appropriate nanofluid for cooling PVT systems that are functional in the extreme summer environment…

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