Guidelines and methodology for design and analysis of advanced PV technology systems

Conference · Wed Sep 01 00:00:00 EDT 1982 · Conf. Rec. IEEE Photovoltaic Spec. Conf.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5490049

Lambarski, T J; DeBlasio, R; Irby, C A; Mrig, L; Semmens, M G

If advanced PV technologies are to be integrated into practical, cost-effective applications, the development objectives for the technologies must include other objectives beyond cell efficiency. Cells must be capable of being integrated into efficient, cost-effective modules. Certain characteristics, such as high cell voltage, are easily seen to be desirable. In order to identify other desirable characteristics, a methodology for design and analysis of advanced PV technology systems has been developed. It is based on constraints necessary for modules and systems in practical applications. The methodology was exercised on selected advanced PV technologies. Conclusions and guidelines were developed for these technologies as well as for advanced PV technology development in general. This paper presents the technologies chosen for conceptual design development, the methodology used, results of the system design and analysis, and conclusions and guidelines based on the results. Additional details can be found in reference 1.

• Research Organization: The Bom Corporation, Albuquerque, NM
• DOE Contract Number: AC02-77CH00178
• OSTI ID: 5490049
• Report Number(s): CONF-820906-
• Journal Information: Conf. Rec. IEEE Photovoltaic Spec. Conf.; (United States), Conference: 16. IEEE photovoltaics specialists conference, San Diego, CA, USA, 28 Sep 1982
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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