In this paper, the performance of the Phase change material in a heat sink integrated with a Photovoltaic Panel is
explored by providing both internal and external fins to the sink. The performance characteristics of PCM can be evaluated with
different inclinations (250
,300
, and 350
) of Photovoltaic Panels. RT 42 is used as PCM material in the heat sink. AUTO CAD
18.0 is used to design the PV back panels integrated with PCM heat sinks (PV-PCM) and Ansys Fluent 19.0 for transient
analysis with the constant wall temperature of 3430K on the top of the PCM heat sink and calculated the temperature
distribution, heat enhancement and melting time for increasing the efficiency of PV panels. The results showed a significant
improvement in melting time, and temperature distribution in PV panels, if the fins are provided as of three in number and
inclination of 250
for the panel.
