Novel Module Architecture for Lower CapEx and Improved Recyclability for c-Si PV Modules

Ryan Ruhle, Larry Maple, Timothy DeLazzer, Steve Johnston, Dana Kern, Walajabad Sampath

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Abstract

Photovoltaic (PV) energy production is currently increasing at a rate at which recycling is becoming necessary. A novel module architecture has been demonstrated that has potential for high value recycling for c-Si PV. This architecture eliminates the vacuum lamination process and cross-linked en capsulants. Functioning prototypes of c-Si have been fabricated for stress testing in collaboration with NREL. These modules are being tested against traditionally manufactured modules. Based on preliminary results, this module architecture is a potentially viable solution for improving the manufacturing cost and recyclability of PV modules while retaining module performance.
Original languageAmerican English
Number of pages4
DOIs
StatePublished - 2023
Event2023 IEEE 50th Photovoltaic Specialists Conference (PVSC) - San Juan, Puerto Rico
Duration: 11 Jun 202316 Jun 2023

Conference

Conference2023 IEEE 50th Photovoltaic Specialists Conference (PVSC)
CitySan Juan, Puerto Rico
Period11/06/2316/06/23

NREL Publication Number

  • NREL/CP-5K00-88896

Keywords

  • computer architecture
  • manufacturing
  • microprocessors
  • photovoltaic systems
  • recycling
  • robustness
  • task analysis

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