NALYSIS OF MODERN DEVELOPMENTS IN SOLAR WATER DESALINATORS
Keywords:
Solar energy, fresh water, Scopus database, publications, analysis, reportingAbstract
Abstract. Introduction. This review explores the evolution and current trends in the publication of research on solar water desalination devices within the Scopus database. As global water scarcity intensifies, innovative solutions like solar water desalination have garnered increasing attention, prompting a substantial body of research aimed at enhancing the efficiency and accessibility of these technologies. The review analyses articles published over the last two decades to identify key developments, thematic shifts, and the geographic distribution of research efforts. Our findings reveal a significant increase in publication volume, reflecting growing academic and industrial interest in solar desalination technologies. This surge is largely driven by advancements in material science, thermal processes, and photovoltaic-powered desalination systems, which have progressively overcome earlier limitations related to energy consumption and cost efficiency. Additionally, the review highlights the contributions from leading countries in this field and discusses the integration of emerging technologies such as nanotechnology and artificial intelligence in optimizing desalination processes. This manuscript aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the landscape of solar water desalination research, offering insights into its developmental trajectory and projecting future research directions.
Method. A thorough analysis of papers on solar water desalination systems indexed in the Scopus database was carried out using a methodical methodology. The process is divided into four main phases: data extraction, data collecting, screening and selection, and analysis. This methodical technique guarantees the correctness and dependability of the review findings.
Results. 1,003 publications overall from the examination of solar water desalination research that was published in the Scopus database. The survey reveals a notable concentration of research effort in China, which accounts for more than half of the papers, with the United States, India, and China following. Articles make up the majority of the document categories linked with this subject (76.4%), indicating a significant emphasis on recent research findings.
Conclusion. An examination of solar water desalination papers from the Scopus database shows a notable increase in research production over time, culminating in the last few years. A notable rise in publications—a total of 1,003 recorded papers—reflects this spike. The bulk of these articles originated in China, suggesting a substantial concentration of research activity in this area. In line with this, representation of the different forms of documentation reveals that articles make up the majority (76.4%), indicating a vibrant academic community. Reviews and conference papers also make significant contributions to the conversation around solar water desalination.
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