Design and optimization of perforated shaped fin heat sinks for enhanced solar cell cooling

Thermal Science and Engineering Progress 2026 Open access

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Authors: Amel Djebara, Mohamed Si–Ameur, Nabil Bessanane, Zouheyr Noui, Hariam Luqman Azeez, Indra Prabha Jain, Muhammad Amir Aziat Ishak, Ahmad Fazlizan, Norasikin Ahmad Ludin, Mohammad Alkhedher, Adnan Ibrahim
DOI: 10.1016/j.tsep.2026.104765
Cited by: 1
References: 33

Abstract

• HFHP heat sink lowers solar cell temperature by 20.93% at 2500 W/m 2 irradiance vs. PRF design. • Hexagonal and rhombus perforations enhance airflow, boosting heat transfer and cooling efficiency. • HFHP fin design increases electrical efficiency by up to 0.48% at 1000 W/m 2 irradiance. • Nusselt number rises by 62.49% for HFHP at 1 m/s, indicating superior convective heat transfer. • Overall thermal resistance is lowest in HFHP, enabling more effective heat dissipation from solar cells.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Heat Transfer and Optimization Heat Transfer Mechanisms Advanced Thermodynamic Systems and Engines

Publication details

Journal / source
Thermal Science and Engineering Progress
Publisher
Elsevier BV
Volume
75
Pages
104765–104765
Publication date
26 May 2026
Language
EN