3D-Micromac Delivers Laser Contact Opening Systems for PERC Solar Cells Production at Hanwha SolarOne Updated On Wed, Nov 29th, 2017 by Saurenergy A critical step in the manufacturing process of PERC solar cells is laser contact opening (LCO), where laser ablation is used to perforate a thin passivation layer onto the rear side of the solar cell. 3D-Micromac AG, a leading supplier of laser micromachining and roll-to-roll laser systems for the photovoltaic, medical device and electronics markets, […] Read more
New Gate Drivers from Power Integrations Deliver up to 5 A, Reducing System Complexity and Cost Updated On Wed, Nov 29th, 2017 by Saurenergy SCALE-iDriver technology simplifies design and manufacturing by reducing BOM count; complete drivers can be built using a SID1102K IC and just eight external components. Power Integrations, the leader in IGBT and MOSFET driver technology for medium- and high-voltage inverter applications, has introduced the newest member of its SCALE-iDriver IC family, SID1102K, a single-channel, isolated, IGBT […] Read more
NREL Develops Switchable Solar Window Updated On Tue, Nov 28th, 2017 by Saurenergy Demonstration device dynamically responds to sunlight by transforming from transparent to tinted while converting sunlight into electricity. Thermochromic windows capable of converting sunlight into electricity at a high efficiency have been developed by scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). Relying on such advanced materials as perovskites and single-walled carbon […] Read more
Glass Microparticles Enhance Solar Cells Efficiency Updated On Mon, Nov 27th, 2017 by Saurenergy When it comes to manufacturing solar cells, it is crucial to find ways to diminish light reflection from cells and avoid transparent electrode overheating, which prevents solar cells from working properly. Scientists from ITMO University suggested a new solar cell coating that combines features of an electrode and those of a light-trapping structure. The coating […] Read more
Hydrogen Fuel for Cars One Step Closer to Reality Updated On Mon, Nov 27th, 2017 by Saurenergy The technology, described in a paper in the journal Energy Storage Materials, could be especially useful in rural areas, or to military units serving in remote locations. Researchers at University of California, Los Angeles have designed a device that can use solar energy to inexpensively and efficiently create and store energy, which could be used […] Read more
Huge Bungala Solar Power Plant To Cater 275MW of Power By 2018 Updated On Sat, Nov 25th, 2017 by Saurenergy The plant is estimated to create around 350 employment opportunities, the project is expected to be operational by 2018’s third quarter. Bungala Solar Power Plant approximately 10km away from South Australia’s Port Augusta at its north-east side is under construction having a capacity of 275MW, will be among the biggest solar plants in Australia. The […] Read more
Millions of Nigerian Homes to Receive Electricity from Solar Plant By Wärtsilä Updated On Fri, Nov 24th, 2017 by Saurenergy When operational, the plant will be the largest in Nigeria; and one of the largest on the African continent. The technology group Wärtsilä has received a letter of award for a 95,3MWp (75MWac) solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant in Nigeria. The award was received from Pan Africa Solar Ltd, a developer of solar PV power […] Read more
Air-breathing Battery Could Cut Costs of Renewable Energy Storage Updated On Fri, Nov 24th, 2017 by Saurenergy Solar power and wind are increasingly popular sources for renewable energy. But intermittency issues keep them from connecting widely to the U.S. grid: They require energy-storage systems that, at the cheapest, run about $100 per kilowatt hour and function only in certain locations. Now MIT researchers have developed an “air-breathing” battery that could store electricity […] Read more
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Will Enhance the Efficiency of Renewable Energy Projects: Reports Updated On Thu, Nov 23rd, 2017 by Saurenergy The use of autonomous drones will offer quicker and efficient remote inspection and maintenance. As per the suggestion by DNV GL, stating that technologies such as autonomous robotics and machine learning can help improve areas such as decision making and planning, condition monitoring, inspections and supply chain optimization which in turn help boost efficiencies across the renewable energy […] Read more
