Design, realization and loss analysis of efficient low-cost large-area bifacial interdigitated-back-contact solar cells with front floating emitter

Ma, Jikui; Song, Yuhang; Qiao, Shuang; Liu, Dawei; Ding, Zhuo; Kopecek, Radovan; Chen, Jianhui; Zhang, Chunfu; Chen, Mingjing

doi:10.1016/j.solmat.2021.111466

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“…Interdigitated back contact (IBC) cells: IBC cells are a type of PV cell design that involves arranging the electrical contacts on the back surface of the cell in an interdigitated pattern [38][39][40]. This can help to reduce the electrical resistance of the cell and improve its efficiency and has also been found to be effective at reducing the risk of PID.…”

Section: New Materials and Designs For Pv Modules Especially Designed...mentioning

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Potential Induced Degradation in Photovoltaic Modules: A Review of the Latest Research and Developments

Badran

Dhimish

2023

Solar

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Photovoltaic (PV) technology plays a crucial role in the transition towards a low-carbon energy system, but the potential-induced degradation (PID) phenomenon can significantly impact the performance and lifespan of PV modules. PID occurs when a high voltage potential difference exists between the module and ground, leading to ion migration and the formation of conductive paths. This results in reduced power output and poses a challenge for PV systems. Research and development efforts have focused on the use of new materials, designs, and mitigation strategies to prevent or mitigate PID. Materials such as conductive polymers, anti-reflective coatings, and specialized coatings have been developed, along with mitigation strategies such as bypass diodes and DC-DC converters. Understanding the various factors that contribute to PID, such as temperature and humidity, is critical for the development of effective approaches to prevent and mitigate this issue. This review aims to provide an overview of the latest research and developments in the field of PID in PV modules, highlighting the materials, designs, and strategies that have been developed to address this issue. We emphasize the importance of PID research and development in the context of the global effort to combat climate change. By improving the performance and reliability of PV systems, we can increase their contribution to the transition towards a low-carbon energy system.

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Potential Induced Degradation in Photovoltaic Modules: A Review of the Latest Research and Developments

Badran

Dhimish

2023

Solar

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“…The first is the interdigitated back contact (IBC) diffused-junction structure, as developed in the 1970s [1]. It has been commercialized predominantly by SunPower since 1985 (setting many efficiency records along the way [2,3]), and is currently sold by two major module manufacturers [4][5][6], whilst others have also demonstrated manufacturability on a pilot line scale [7].…”

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Maskless patterned plasma fabrication of interdigitated back contact silicon heterojunction solar cells: Characterization and optimization

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Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells

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Experimental study and model development of bifacial photovoltaic power plants for Indian climatic zones

Johnson

Manikandan

2023

Energy

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Design, realization and loss analysis of efficient low-cost large-area bifacial interdigitated-back-contact solar cells with front floating emitter

Cited by 6 publications

References 40 publications

Potential Induced Degradation in Photovoltaic Modules: A Review of the Latest Research and Developments

Potential Induced Degradation in Photovoltaic Modules: A Review of the Latest Research and Developments

Maskless patterned plasma fabrication of interdigitated back contact silicon heterojunction solar cells: Characterization and optimization

Experimental study and model development of bifacial photovoltaic power plants for Indian climatic zones

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