Author:
Powalla Michael,Bonnet Dieter
Abstract
Thin-film photovoltaic modules based on Cu-In-Ga-Se-S (CIS) and CdTe are already being produced with high-quality and solar conversion efficiencies of around 10%, with values up to
14% expected in the near future. The integrated interconnection of single cells into large-area
modules of 0.6×1.2m2 enables low-cost mass production, so that thin-film modules will soon be
able to compete with conventional silicon-wafer-based modules. This contribution provides an
overview of the basic technologies for CdTe and CIS modules, the research and development (R&D) issues,
production technology and capacities, the module performance in long-term outdoor testing, and their use
in installations.
Subject
Electrical and Electronic Engineering,Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
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