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Prof. Dr. Tobias Bader

Nachhaltige Energiesysteme
Technologiemanagement
Unternehmensplanung

Fakultät European Campus Rottal-Inn

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0991/3615-8834

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Publikationen

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Vortrag

Tobias Bader
K. Giffard
G. Beau

Sustainable Energy Supply in Southern Africa and its challenges

In: Ringvorlesung „Energie – Umwelt – Nachhaltigkeit“

Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt

21.04.2021 (2021)

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Zeitschriftenartikel

K. Keisang
Tobias Bader
R. Samikannu

Review of Operation and Maintenance Methodologies for Solar Photovoltaic Microgrids

In: Frontiers in Energy Research vol. 9 pg. 1-15.

(2021)

DOI: 10.3389/fenrg.2021.730230

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Global concerns and growth in electricity demand, especially for rural and remote settlements, has forced governments, scientists, engineers, and researchers to look for alternative solutions in the form of renewable energy sources. High global growth in solar energy technology applications has added more weight in operations and maintenance (O&M) of solar-photovoltaic (SPV) systems. SPV reliability and optimized system performance are key to ensuring success and continual adaptation of SPV technology. O&M plays a central role in ensuring sustainability and long-term availability throughout the operational lifetime of the elements of SPV systems whilst boosting confidence of ultimate consumers in solar energy. While appreciating that SPV installations intrinsically require minimal maintenance actions, the objective of this manuscript is hence to reaffirm the significance of O&M scheduling in SPV systems by reviewing the O&M approaches in SPV microgrid systems. Further discussions focus on the various maintenance strategies employed in the field with special emphasis on corrective, preventive, and predictive maintenance strategies. Because of the variation in the design and development procedures of SPV systems, there is lack of clear steps followed in the development of an O&M program for SPV systems and the evaluation of its performance. This manuscript serves to address this through a model for developing an O&M program and portrays the key elements for its success, including a management and execution approach for improved risk-return balance and savings from the O&M expenditure. Eventually, the three models of executing an O&M program (i.e., in-house O&M team, third party contract, or installation company) are analyzed.

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Zeitschriftenartikel

N. Moumakwa
M. Mokoba
Tobias Bader
E. Olakanmi

Characterization of Chemically and Thermo-chemically Treated Water Reed and Mokolwane Palm Fibers

In: Journal of Natural Fibers pg. 1-16.

(2021)

DOI: 10.1080/15440478.2021.1952141

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Water reed (Phragmites spp.) and mokolwane palm (Hyphaene spp.) natural fibers, building materials indigenous to Botswana are potential reinforcement materials in manufacturing composites due to their desirable light weight, mechanical properties, and recyclable nature. Nevertheless, the surface modification mechanism and its effects on the quality characteristics of these fibers have not been explored. This study compares the impact of chemical and thermo-chemical surface treatments on the properties of the fibers. Furthermore, a suitable treatment method and fiber to produce natural fiber-reinforced polymer composites (NFRPCs) were identified. Thermo-chemical treatment is more effective in improving the thermal resistance and mechanical properties of the fibers relative to chemical treatment. Water reed fiber treated by 1.5 wt.% NaOH solution for 15 days followed by thermal treatment at 80°C for 24 hours is best for suitable for building insulation applications considering its quality characteristics (namely: tensile strength (76.41 MPa), CI (59.2%), CS (21.44 nm) and degradation temperature range of 288–598°C). Surface modification mechanism of the fibers by chemical treatment occurred via dissolution of hemicellulose which increased the interfibrillar region while the incorporation of thermal treatment further promoted the rupture of bonds existing between the cellulose and hemicellulose.

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Vortrag

Tobias Bader

Potentiale für Solar Mini-grids in Botswana

In: Erneuerbare Energien für ländliche Elektrifizierung und Mini-Grids in Botswana

Renewables Academy Berlin

07.09.2020 (2020)

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Vortrag

Tobias Bader

Solar Energy Technology Research, Development, and Innovation . Contribution for the Minister of Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology

In: Parliament Session of the Parliament of Botswana

Botswana

11.08.2020 (2020)

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Zeitschriftenartikel

W. Zoerner
N. Mohamed
A. Zulu
Tobias Bader
T. Chifundo
B. Cuamba
C. Hilton

Meta-Profile and Competencies for Harmonisation of Higher Education in Renewable Energy in Southern Africa

In: Tuning Journal for Higher Education vol. 8 pg. 75-79.

(2020)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

J. Michael
T. Schrag
Tobias Bader

Preservation methods for herbarium specimens in Botswana

(2019)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

Tobias Bader

Status of Renewable Energy in Botswana: Framework, Trends & Potential

(2019)

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Vortrag

Tobias Bader

Promoting Energy Innovation: Case Study Botswana International University of Science and Technology

In: National Energy Stakeholder Consultation Meeting

Gaborona, Botswana

26.02.2019 (2019)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

K. Motladiile
M. Smyth
P. Adrian
J. Mondol
Tobias Bader

Energy requirement analysis for the design of solar photovoltaic micro-grids in Botswana - A study of Jamataka village

(2019)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

A. Pugsley
R. Samikannu
M. Smyth
J. Parikh
Tobias Bader

SolaNetwork – Integrated and affordable solar energy access solutions for socioeconomically diverse rural communities in Botswana

(2019)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

K. Rahube
T. Letshwenyo
B. Makatane
T. Mokoka
Tobias Bader

Analysis of energy consumption patterns in tourist lodges for improved energy efficiency – The case of Kwadiwa Lodge in Botswana

(2019)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

Tobias Bader

Climate-effective solar air-conditioning strategies for selected African climates

(2018)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

Tobias Bader

The role of university & industry partnerships in the transition to a sustainable and affordable energy system in Botswana

(2017)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

Tobias Bader

Solar Cooling and Air-Conditioning - Technology Overview & Global Perspectives

(2015)

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Zeitschriftenartikel

Tobias Bader
S. Brandmayr
C. Trinkl
W. Zörner
V. Hanby

Climate Specific Design and Effectiveness of Solar DEC-systems: A Methodological Zoning Approach

In: Energy Procedia vol. 48 pg. 778-789.

(2014)

DOI: 10.1016/j.egypro.2014.02.090

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The climate specific effectiveness of solar DEC-systems and relevant preferable adaptions of the system design have been so far predominantly analysed based on individual simulation for selected sites. In order to systematically deduce design-specific outline data for the application of the solar DEC-technology at climatically different sites a methodological zoning approach was further developed. A subsequent meteorological analysis for 17 sites mapping the world climate creates a transparent understanding on the activity of the specific system components. This results in a comprehension on the site-specific effectiveness of solar DEC-systems and provides insights on principally relevant and efficient system configurations.

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

Tobias Bader
S. Brandmayr
W. Zörner
V. Hanby

Globale Anwendbarkeit solarer DEC-Systeme zur Klimatisierung: Untersuchung der Relevanz für klimatisch unterschiedliche Standorte

(2013)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

Tobias Bader
S. Brandmayr
C. Trinkl
W. Zoerner
V. Hanby

Global Applicability of Solar DEC-Systems: Basic Technology Effectiveness in Climatically Different Regions

pg. 176-181.

(2013)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

Tobias Bader
C. Trinkl
W. Zörner
V. Hanby

Betriebserfahrungen mit großen Kollektorfeldern zur solaren Klimatisierung

(2012)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

Tobias Bader
S. Frawley
C. Trinkl
W. Zörner
V. Hanby

Desiccant air-conditioning in an industrial application: optimisation approaches for solar-thermal integration and air-handling unit

Kassel

(2011)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

Tobias Bader
C. Trinkl
W. Zörner
V. Hanby

Component Analysis of a Solar-Driven DEC-System

pg. 329-334.

(2011)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

Tobias Bader
C. Trinkl
W. Zörner

In-Situ-Optimierung einer solarbetriebenen Klimatisierungsanlage im industriellen Einsatz

(2010)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

Tobias Bader
C. Trinkl
W. Zörner
V. Hanby

In-Situ Analysis and Operational Optimisation of a Solar-Driven DEC-System

(2010)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

Tobias Bader
M. Finkenzeller
C. Trinkl
W. Zörner

Feldtest-Messungen und Systemoptimierung an einer solarbetriebenen DEC-Klimatisierungsanlage im industriellen Einsatz

(2010)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

S. Brandmayr
Tobias Bader
W. Zörner
V. Hanby

Simulation of Thermosyphon Systems for Solar Domestic Hot Water Production

(2010)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

Tobias Bader
C. Trinkl
W. Zörner
V. Hanby

Solar-Driven Desiccant and Evaporative Cooling: Technology Overview and Operational Experiences

(2010)

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Beitrag in Sammelwerk/Tagungsband

Tobias Bader
M. Finkenzeller
C. Trinkl
W. Zörner

In-Situ Measurements, Simulation and System Optimisation of a Solar-Driven DEC-System in an Industrial Environment

pg. 509-514.

(2009)

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Vita

Professional Career

Professor, Technische Hochschule Deggendorf (since 2021)
Lecturer Mechanical, Energy and Industrial Engineering, Botswana International University of Science and Technology
Consultant GIZ, BMWi Renewable Energy Export Initiative, Subsahara Africa
Qualitätsmanager, Continental AG, Ingolstadt
Research Associate, Institute for new Energy Systems, Ingolstadt
Innovation Manager, Dräxlmaier Group, Vilsbiburg

Studies:

PhD in Mechanical Engineering, De Montfort University Leicester, United Kingdom (Dissertation: Solar desiccant evaporative cooling with multivalent use of solar thermal heat)
Zertifikat Hochschullehre Bayern, BayZiel Didaktikzentrum, Ingolstadt
Diplom-Wirtschaftsingenieur (FH), Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt