Articles tagged with Solar Power
Researchers have developed methods to improve efficiency and stability of amorphous silicon solar cells, enabling mass production. Stacking solar cells on panels has increased conversion of sunlight to power, with efficiencies reaching over 14 percent.
Researchers at Georgia Tech are using the university's rooftop solar system to study the performance and reliability of solar power systems. The system has operated close to expectations, producing 162.2 megawatt hours of electricity in its first seven-month period, but factors such as weather conditions have affected energy output.
A University of Illinois professor and his students have developed a power-tracking circuit that maximizes electrical power-conversion process efficiency. The circuit automatically adjusts to provide maximum energy out of solar cells for various applications, including large home appliances.