Detection of Cell Damage and Types in Solar Panels: A Comprehensive Review
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: The healthy operation of solar energy panels used for electricity production from solar energy is important in terms of the efficiency of the energy produced. In this study, the types of damage that affect energy production from solar energy panels, the effects of these damages on energy production and the methods of detecting the damages are discussed in detail. Damages in solar energy panels occur due to environmental, mechanical, thermal and electrical factors. These damages directly affect energy production negatively and reduce efficiency.The types of damages were examined under four main headings in the study. These are mechanical damages (micro cracks, delamination), thermal damages (hot spot formation, overheating), electrical damages (short circuit, disconnections) and environmental damages (dusting, effect of UV rays). Early detection of damages is important to prevent energy losses and extend the life of the panels. When the damage detection methods were examined, they were grouped under three main headings: Traditional methods, advanced technology-based methods and other methods.The findings obtained in the study were compiled and the difficulties encountered in the damage detection processes, as well as the inadequacies of traditional methods and the advantages and disadvantages of advanced technological methods based on artificial intelligence were revealed, and solution suggestions for damage detection processes were presented. This study provides an important guide for the development and application of damage detection methods.
Source: DÜMF Mühendislik Dergisi
Language: Turkish
Subfield: Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7140105919