Abstract
The Silicon-Film(TM) process produces a continuous sheet of polycrystalline silicon for use in the production of solar cells. This is a relatively new material for the industry considering the growth method, the relatively; high level of impurities, and small grain size. This paper reports on the progress in characterizing this relatively new material. The conversion efficiency forSilicon-Film(TM) solar cells is presently approximately 80% of those achieved with the industry standard CZ or large grain cast materials. The smaller grain size and the lower purity are the logical explanations for performance differences.
| Original language | American English |
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| Pages | 3-6 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| State | Published - 2002 |
| Event | 12th Workshop on Crystalline Silicon Solar Cell Materials and Processes - Breckenridge, Colorado Duration: 11 Aug 2002 → 14 Aug 2002 |
Conference
| Conference | 12th Workshop on Crystalline Silicon Solar Cell Materials and Processes |
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| City | Breckenridge, Colorado |
| Period | 11/08/02 → 14/08/02 |
NREL Publication Number
- NREL/CP-520-35648
Keywords
- 12th workshop
- crystalline silicon (x-Si) (c-Si)
- PV
- solar cell materials