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Research Interests
Energy conversion systems through thermal processes for heating and cooling applications using solar and conventional energy sources. Study of heat transfer phenomena and thermal properties of organic fluids and zeotopic mixtures. Evaluation of energy performance of photovoltaic modules and characterization of degradation and failures.
Key Words
Solar Energy, Heat Transfer, Zeotropic Mixtures, Thermal Energy Storage, Solar Photovoltaic .
Profession
Mechanical Civil Engineer, Universidad Técnica Federico Santa María 2005
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
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1261143: Experimental investigation of Carnot battery performance utilizing zeotropic mixtures in heat pump and organic Rankine cycle systems
Barraza, R. (Principal Investigator)
Agencia Nacional de Investigación y Desarrollo
1/04/26 → 1/04/30
Project: Research
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CIN250043: Solar Energy Research Center - SERC Chile
Gutiérrez, L. (Associate Researcher), Silva, C. (Associate Researcher), Agostini, C. (Associate Researcher), Barraza, R. (Associate Researcher), Nasirov, S. (Principal Investigator) & Larraín, F. (Associate Researcher)
Agencia Nacional de Investigación y Desarrollo
1/01/26 → 1/01/31
Project: Research
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ACT250025: Decision Support Tools for Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) in Chile
Olivares, D. (Director), Homem, T. (Alternate Director), Gutiérrez, L. (Principal Investigator), Barrera, J. (Principal Investigator), Barraza, R. (Principal Investigator) & Diaz, V. (Associate Researcher)
Agencia Nacional de Investigación y Desarrollo
25/11/25 → 25/11/28
Project: Research
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IT25I0080: Metodología para la caracterización de módulos fotovoltaicos mediante fotoluminiscencia diurna en centrales solares en operación comercial
Larraín, F. (Director), Barraza, R. (Alternate Director) & Moreno, S. (Researcher)
Agencia Nacional de Investigación y Desarrollo
24/11/25 → 24/11/27
Project: Research
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1231186: Development of a self-insulated packed bed storage for high temperature solar thermal applications
Barraza, R. (Co-Investigator)
Agencia Nacional de Investigación y Desarrollo
1/04/23 → 1/04/26
Project: Research
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Performance analysis of a predictive control strategy for a simulated central tower CSP plant using real-time solar radiation measurements
Soto, E., García, J., Arévalo, R., Barraza, R. & Soo Too, Y. C., 15 Jan 2026, In: Energy Conversion and Management. 348, 120734.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Load Weight Estimation in Electric Forklifts via DC–DC Converter Power Signal Analysis of the Electro-Hydraulic Lifting System
Acevedo, J. P., Monsalve, C., Vergara, S., León, R., Barraza, R. & Ramírez, G., Jul 2025, In: Applied Sciences (Switzerland). 15, 13, 7470.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Online crack detection on photovoltaic devices using a dynamic response analysis
Cárdenas-Bravo, C., Cortés-Severino, R., Morales, F., Barraza, R., Sánchez-Squella, A. & Valdivia-Lefort, P., 1 Aug 2025, In: Renewable Energy. 248, 122990.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Opto electronic system for real time health evaluation of photovoltaic panels
Mas’ud, A. A., Cuadra, I., Ardila-Rey, J., Barraza, R., Sánchez-Squella, A., Montoya, O. D. & AlGarni, H. Z., Dec 2025, In: Scientific Reports. 15, 1, 43417.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Application of layer view factor method in high temperature thermal storage packed bed
Cortés, E., Gaviño, D., Calderón-Vásquez, I., García, J., Estay, D., Cardemil, J. M. & Barraza, R., 5 Jan 2024, In: Applied Thermal Engineering. 236, 121471.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
4 Scopus citations
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Resilencia Energética Pilar fundamental para garantizar un suministro eléctrico confiable y continuo.
29/04/25
1 Media contribution
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Resiliencia Energética: PILAR FUNDAMENTAL PARA GARANTIZAR UN SUMINISTRO ELÉCTRICO CONFIABLE Y CONTINUO.
28/04/25
1 Media contribution
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Demanda energética más allá de la electricidad y los desafíos para una transición energética exitosa
18/02/25
1 Media contribution
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Demanda energética más allá de la electricidad y los desafíos para una transición energética exitosa
16/02/25
1 Media contribution
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