Pablo Carrasco Ortega

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Pablo Carrasco Ortega is a researcher whose work sits at the intersection of solar energy engineering and materials science, with a particular focus on the critical challenge of dust contamination in photovoltaic (PV) systems. His research has made significant contributions to understanding how particulate deposition degrades solar panel performance, especially in arid and desert environments where dust accumulation poses one of the most persistent threats to energy yield. His most influential work, "Impact of dust deposition and brush-based dry cleaning on glass transmittance for PV modules applications" (2016), has garnered 171 citations, establishing him as a leading voice on both the problem and practical remediation strategies. This study, alongside his accelerated testbed research (56 citations), provided the field with robust experimental frameworks for evaluating cleaning technologies and their effects on optical and electrical performance. His earlier comparative survey of dust mitigation mechanisms in arid regions (2014) further demonstrated his commitment to translating laboratory findings into real-world solar plant applications. Carrasco Ortega's body of work is particularly valuable for engineers and researchers designing maintenance protocols for utility-scale solar installations in dust-prone climates, where optimizing cleaning frequency and technique can meaningfully impact overall energy output and system longevity.