Published in Joule · View the paper (DOI)
Researchers sent perovskite and organic solar cells on a rocket into space, withstanding extreme conditions to produce power from direct sunlight and reflective light. The technology offers a promising solution for future space missions, as it is incredibly light and flexible, producing up to 14 milliwatts per square centimeter.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- Perovskite and organic solar cells rocketed into space Cell Press · Aug 12, 2020 · first to report
- Perovskite and organic solar cells prove successful on a rocket flight in space Technical University of Munich (TUM) · Aug 13, 2020