Hongwei Qu | Wind Turbines | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hongwei Qu | Wind Turbines | Best Researcher Award

Professor at northeast electric power university, China

Dr. Hongwei Qu is a Professor at Northeast Electric Power University, specializing in new energy, photovoltaic modules, and wind turbines. He leads the Jilin University-Enterprise Joint Technology Innovation Laboratory, focusing on solar panel efficiency, dust accumulation diagnosis, and wind turbine optimization. He has secured multiple research grants, published 20+ academic papers (SCI/EI-indexed), and holds six patents. His industry collaborations have resulted in cost-saving innovations worth over 20 million yuan. A recipient of the Jilin Provincial Science and Technology Progress Award, Dr. Qu is dedicated to advancing renewable energy solutions. ⚡📡🔍

 

Publication Profile

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Academic and Professional Background

Dr. Hongwei Qu, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor at the School of Energy and Power Engineering, Northeast Electric Power University. He leads the Jilin University-Enterprise Joint Technology Innovation Laboratory for New Energy Industry, focusing on renewable energy and energy storage. His research covers solar photovoltaic efficiency, dust accumulation diagnosis, hot spot and hidden crack EL detection, wind turbine blade wake analysis, and intelligent operation and maintenance of wind turbines. Dr. Qu’s work advances sustainable energy solutions, enhancing the efficiency and durability of solar and wind energy systems. ⚡🔍🌞

🚀 Research & Innovations

Dr. Hongwei Qu has made remarkable contributions to renewable energy research. He has participated in two projects under the National Natural Science Foundation of China Youth Fund and received the Second Prize of Jilin Provincial Science and Technology Progress 🏆. He has led multiple projects, including 2 by Jilin Science and Technology Department, 2 by Jilin Education Department, and 2 by Jilin Science and Technology Bureau, along with 20+ horizontal research projects. His work includes 20 academic papers 📄, 10+ indexed in SCI & EI, 6 invention patents, 9 software copyrights, and 1 textbook 📚, driving technological advancements in energy innovation. ⚡🌍

🌞🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Hongwei Qu’s research revolves around photovoltaic (PV) efficiency, dust accumulation effects, and advanced coatings for energy applications. His work covers dust deposition impact on PV output ⚡, localized shadowing effects, and fault diagnosis using probabilistic neural networks 🤖. He also explores temperature-dependent PV performance, optimal cleaning cycles for solar panels, and optical transmission models for dusty modules. His expertise extends to superhydrophobic PTFE coatings 🏭, anti-scale polydopamine coatings, and PV-PCM systems under varying tilt angles, wind conditions, and ambient temperatures 🌬️. His findings enhance renewable energy efficiency, sustainability, and smart PV maintenance. 🌍🔋

Publication Top Notes

🔹 Qu, H., Zhao, H., Wang, W., Zhang, J. (2025). Experimental study on the losses of dusty PV modules considering irradiance levels and tilt angles. Energy Reports. Cited by: 0 📄⚡

🔹 Guo, S., Deng, X., Guo, T., Li, X., Tian, J. (2025). Optimization of biomass torrefaction densification process parameters: Impact on hydrogen-rich syngas generation in the gasification process. Biomass and Bioenergy. Cited by: 0 🌱🔋

🔹 Guo, S., Gan, J., Yang, L., Li, X., Zhao, D. (2025). Simulation and mechanistic exploration of the mid to late-stage hydrothermal carbonization process in biomass. Process Safety and Environmental Protection. Cited by: 0 🔥🌍

Conclusion

Dr. Hongwei Qu is a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his extensive contributions to renewable energy research, technological innovations, and industry collaborations. His work in solar photovoltaic efficiency, energy storage, and wind turbine optimization demonstrates a strong impact on both academia and industry. While his citation index and editorial appointments could be improved, his patents, funded projects, and cost-saving solutions position him as a leading researcher in the field of energy and power engineering.