Solar energy is the most common supply of energy for all kinds of life on Earth. It is also the fundamental source of all energy sources except nuclear energy. However, solar technology has not progressed to the same level as traditional energy sources. It has several obstacles, including high costs, irregular and unexpected weather, the necessity for storage, and low efficiency. Thus, this paper explores and discusses the components and materials of solar panels, the assembling and assembling, and the market potential for solar panel mechanical cleaning systems in commercial buildings. A simulation method through the application of Google SketchUp Pro 2021, Keyframe Animation, and Windows Movie Maker for the demonstration enhanced the visual of the potential innovation product of solar panel mechanical cleaning system. It offers to create a Solar Panel Mechanical Cleaning System that regularly clears the collected dust on its surface while maintaining the performance of the solar power plant. The structure is a mechanical system that can move autonomously on the surface of solar panels using dry cleaning techniques such as a rotating cylindrical cloth and a squeegee while keeping in mind the limited availability of water in areas where such plants are mostly found. This initiative also intends to eliminate human interference in the solar panel cleaning operation, as it is a dangerous environment for workers under the blazing heat.
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To Cite this Article: Hadzaman, N. A. H., Shah, S. N. A. S. M., Ismam, J. N., & Talkis, N. A. (2022). Solar Panel Mechanical Cleaning Systems in Commercial Buildings. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 12(11), 2528– 2537.
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