Review of photovoltaic technologies

L. El Chaar, L.A. Lamont and N. El Zein

Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2011, vol. 15, issue 5, 2165-2175

Abstract: This paper is a full review on the development of existing photovoltaic (PV) technology. It highlights the four major current types of PV: crystalline, thin film, compound and nanotechnology. The aim of continuous development of PV technology is not only to improve the efficiency of the cells but also to reduce production cost of the modules, hence make it more feasible for various applications. Moreover, such variety in technology is needed to enhance the deployment of solar energy for a greener and cleaner environment. Devices such as space PV cell technology were also described and the progress in this field is expanding. In addition, a quick overview of the application of PV installations is described.

Keywords: Photovoltaic; Mono-crystalline; Poly-crystalline; Thin; film; Compound; photovoltaic; Nanotechnology; Space; PV; Multi-junction (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2011
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