Long-term reliability concerns resolved by third generation integrated high-concentration PV systems
- Amonix, Inc., Torrance, CA (United States)
- Scientific Engineering, Inc., Montgomery, AL (United States)
Integrated High-Concentration (IHCPV) systems offer one of the lowest-cost, near-term options for PV. High performance, combined with built-in solar tracking, provide enhanced power generation compared to fixed systems with similar peak watt ratings/price. Despite IHCPV`s low cost potential and the successful deployment of several 20 kW demonstration systems, end users have been cautious in their acceptance of this emerging technology due to concerns regarding its perceived mechanical complexity and associated long-term reliability. This paper presents the results of first and second generation field installations over the last four years. Lessons learned have been resolved and improvements incorporated into third generation systems.
- OSTI ID:
- 304501
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-970953-; TRN: IM9905%%193
- Resource Relation:
- Conference: 26. IEEE photovoltaic specialists conference, Anaheim, CA (United States), 29 Sep - 3 Oct 1997; Other Information: PBD: 1997; Related Information: Is Part Of Conference record of the twenty sixth IEEE photovoltaic specialists conference -- 1997; PB: 1477 p.
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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