Soiling, Adhesion, and Surface Characterization of Concentrated Solar Power Reflectors

Insights and Challenges in the MENA Region

Journal article (2024)

Authors

Ayoub El Baraka University Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdellah
Redouane En-nadir University Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdellah
Mohamed A. Basyooni-M.Kabatas Dynamics of Micro and Nano Systems - Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering , National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics, Selçuk University
Anouar Jorio University of Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdullah
Asmae Khaldoun Al Akhawayn University
Research Group
Dynamics of Micro and Nano Systems (Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering) (TU Delft)
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Published Date

2024

Language

English

Faculty

Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering

Department

Precision and Microsystems Engineering

Research Group

Dynamics of Micro and Nano Systems

Abstract

Desert environments are prime locations for concentrated solar power (CSP) applications due to abundant direct normal irradiance. Despite this advantage, the accumulation and adhesion of dust on CSP mirror surfaces present significant challenges to plant efficiency. This paper comprehensively explores soiling phenomena and dust adhesion mechanisms, complemented by advanced measurement techniques tailored for CSP reflector mirrors. By elucidating the factors influencing dust accumulation and delving into the thermodynamics of self-cleaning coatings, alongside an analysis of various mirror materials, this study aims to enrich our understanding of soiling in CSP systems. This study aims to provide valuable insights that will help develop strategies to reduce dust-related efficiency losses in CSP plants, ultimately supporting the development of more reliable and sustainable solar energy solutions for the MENA region.