Concentrator PV modules and solar cells for TPV systems

Andreev, V. M.; Grilikhes, V.A.; Khvostikov, V. P.; Khvostikova, O. A.; Rumyantsev, V.D.; Sadchikov, N. A.; Shvarts, М. Z.

doi:10.1016/j.solmat.2004.02.037

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“…Efficiencies reaching 43.5% has been achieved for commercial-ready CPV cells [60]. These cells are typically applied in the concentrator modules based on a concept of the small-aperture refractive concentrators [61]. Currently, the highest solar cell efficiency for a CPV cell given in Figure 8 is 46.0%.…”

Section: High-performance Solar Cellsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…For further details and information about solar concentrators, refer to the available literature [3,61,[69][70][71]. Another example of solar cell concentrators is given in Figure 18, in this particular case a luminescent solar concentrator (LSC), where first dye-doped polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) plates were prepared by an in situ polymerization method and, thereafter, crystalline silicon solar cells were mounted to the as-prepared dye-doped PMMA plates [70].…”

Section: Solar Cell Concentratorsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Building Integrated Photovoltaics: A Concise Description of the Current State of the Art and Possible Research Pathways

Jelle

2015

Energies

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Abstract:Building integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) offer an aesthetical, economical and technical solution to integrate solar cells harvesting solar radiation to produce electricity within the climate envelopes of buildings. Photovoltaic (PV) cells may be mounted above or onto the existing or traditional roofing or wall systems. However, BIPV systems replace the outer building envelope skin, i.e., the climate screen, hence serving simultanously as both a climate screen and a power source generating electricity. Thus, BIPV may provide savings in materials and labor, in addition to reducing the electricity costs. Hence, for the BIPV products, in addition to specific requirements put on the solar cell technology, it is of major importance to have satisfactory or strict requirements of rain tightness and durability, where building physical issues like e.g., heat and moisture transport in the building envelope also have to be considered and accounted for. This work, from both a technological and scientific point of view, summarizes briefly the current state-of-the-art of BIPV, including both BIPV foil, tiles, modules and solar cell glazing products, and addresses possible research pathways for BIPV in the years to come.

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Section: High-performance Solar Cellsmentioning

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Building Integrated Photovoltaics: A Concise Description of the Current State of the Art and Possible Research Pathways

Jelle

2015

Energies

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“…Efficiencies reaching 43.5% has been achieved for commercial-ready CPV cells (Wesoff 2011). These cells are typically applied in the concentrator modules based on a concept of the small-aperture refractive concentrators (Andreev et al 2004). Figure 11 shows photographs of flexible CIGS and CdTe solar modules.…”

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Building integrated photovoltaic products: A state-of-the-art review and future research opportunities

Jelle

Breivik

Røkenes

2012

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Building integrated photovoltaics (BIPVs) are photovoltaic (PV) modules integrated into the building envelope and hence also replacing traditional parts of the building envelope, e.g. the roofing. In this context, the BIPVs integration with the building envelope limits the costs by serving dual purposes. BIPVs have a great advantage compared to non-integrated systems because there is neither need for allocation of land nor stand-alone PV systems. This study seeks to outline various commercially available approaches to BIPVs and thus provides a state-of-the-art review. In addition, possible future research opportunities are explored.The various categories of BIPVs may be divided into photovoltaic foils, photovoltaic tiles, photovoltaic modules and solar cell glazings. Silicon materials are the most commonly used, and a distinction is made between wafer-based technologies and thin-film technologies. In addition, various non-silicon materials are available. The main options for building integration of PV cells are on sloped roofs, flat roofs and facades. The evaluation of the different BIPV products involves, among others, properties such as solar cell efficiency, open circuit voltage, short circuit current, maximum effect and fill factor.It is expected that the BIPV systems will improve in the years to come, regarding both device and manufacturing efficiency. The future seems very promising in the BIPV industry, both concerning new technologies, different solutions and the variety of BIPV options.

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“…A considerable volume of research on high and medium concentration PV has been undertaken over the past few decades. Most research has attempted to improve the optical performance, seeking to obtain uniform solar radiation intensities on cell surfaces to maintain cell efficiency [2][3][4]. Complementary research has investigated their thermal behaviour [5].…”

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Smart solar concentrators for building integrated photovoltaic façades

Connelly

Liu

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Solar Energy

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Abstract:In this study a novel static concentrating photovoltaics (PV) system, suitable for use in windows or glazing façades, has been designed. The developed smart Concentrating PV (CPV) system is lightweight, low cost and able to generate electricity. Additionally, this system automatically responds to climate by varying the balance of electricity generated from the PV with the amount of solar light and heat permitted through it into the building. It therefore offers the potential to contribute to, and control, energy consumption within buildings. A comprehensive optical analysis of the smart CPV is undertaken via 3-D ray tracing technique. To obtain optimal overall optical performance of the novel smart CPV, analysis has been based upon all necessary design parameters including the average reflectivity of the thermotropic reflective layer, the glazing cover dimension, the glazing cover materials as well as the dimensions of the solar cells. In addition, a hydroxypropyl cellulose (HPC) hydrogel polymer, suitable for use as the reflective thermotropic layer for the smart CPV system, was synthesized and experimentally studied.

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Concentrator PV modules and solar cells for TPV systems

Cited by 92 publications

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Building Integrated Photovoltaics: A Concise Description of the Current State of the Art and Possible Research Pathways

Building Integrated Photovoltaics: A Concise Description of the Current State of the Art and Possible Research Pathways

Building integrated photovoltaic products: A state-of-the-art review and future research opportunities

Smart solar concentrators for building integrated photovoltaic façades

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