Solar energy utilization devices and systems

What are the uses of advanced solar utilization technologies?

We summarize the uses of advanced solar utilization technologies, such as converting solar energy to electrical and chemical energy, electrochemical storage and conversion, and associated thermal tandem technologies. Both the foundational mechanisms and typical materials and devices are reported.

What are the different types of solar utilization technologies?

Solar utilization technologies can be categorized by their function, including STP, STC, STES, STEC and STT technologies. Each of these groups have their own optimized materials and applications. Solar cells convert solar energy into electricity, and hold great promise for accessing renewable, clean energy.

What are the different approaches to solar energy utilization?

Major developments, as well as remaining challenges and the associated research opportunities, are evaluated for three technologically distinct approaches to solar energy utilization: solar electricity, solar thermal, and solar fuels technologies. Much progress has been made, but research opportunities are still present for all approaches.

How does a solar energy utilization system work?

Therefore, we designed a comprehensive solar energy utilization system based on a Fresnel lens concentrator and liquid spectral-splitting technology. The system uses a hollow concave cavity to evenly distribute the flow of incident light.