Design of a Solar Energy Conversion Kit with the EnerghxPlus Platform for Adaptive Accessibility of Organic Materials
Abstract
An adaptive system for the integration of flexible dye-sensitized solar cells in residential and commercial building envelopes is developed. Using the Transfer Matrix Method (TMM) in the solar microservice of the patent-pending EnerghxPlus platform, the impact of multiple substrate and passivation layer configurations of different off-the-shelf and market-ready flexible solar modules on light absorption, transmittance, and overall photovoltaic efficiency is investigated. The integration of renewable energy kits into different types of building structures is critical for achieving future smart, and sustainable cities. This research focuses on the advanced application of flexible Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSCs) within building envelopes — including windows, facades, and rooftops — to maximize both energy generation and architectural functionality. Flexible substrates such as Polyimide (PI), PET, PEN, and PDMS are evaluated for their mechanical, optical, and thermal properties, while passivation layers like Al₂O₃, formic acid, gelatin, and oxidized starch are analyzed for their effect on reducing electron recombination losses. Additionally, system performance metrics such as Energy Yield (kWh/m²/year), Performance Ratio (PR), Capacity Factor, and Degradation Rate are tracked through digital monitoring and maintenance. A complete energy audit, design and sensitivity analysis conducted via the technically robust EnerghxPlus platform determined the energy availability and managed PV development with minimal downtime. Results demonstrate the feasibility of transient introduction of M.pudica based solar cell for balance of the SiC-Mpudica based system. Optimized DSSC-based building envelopes can achieve significant energy self-sufficiency, high visual transparency for day lighting, and structural adaptability without compromising aesthetics. This work proposes a pathway toward practical, scalable DSSC integration for smart building designs in the Canadian, United States and Nigeria deregulated energy markets
Fields of Study & Subjects
TiO2 Photocatalysis and Solar Cells
Solar Energy Systems and Technologies
Solar Thermal and Photovoltaic Systems
Publication details
- Journal / source
- AIAA SciTech Forum
- Publication date
- 8 January 2026