Project Name: Development of New Cell Cutting Techniques for Shingled PV Modules and Development of Glass/Glass PV Panel Using These Cells
Responsible APYK: ASELSAN A.Ş.
Project Principal Investigator: Emircan ÖZDEMİR
Project Information:
Photovoltaic (PV) modules are devices that can convert sunlight into electrical energy. The efficiencies of these devices vary depending on the solar cell and PV technologies. Cell-to-module (CTM) losses, module power, and efficiency are directly related to the module components to be used during PV module production and especially the lamination device parameters. Optical and electrical losses are at the forefront of CTM losses. One way to minimize these optical and resistance losses is the production of shingled PV panels. In this way, PV panels with higher power and lower cost per Wp (watt peak) can be produced. The aim of this project is to produce shingled PV modules with higher output power and higher efficiency, and low CTM compared to full or half-cell PV modules with the same area. For this purpose, firstly, 4-6 busbar monofacial and/or bifacial solar cells will be cut and divided into 5-7 pieces. In this project, a new cell cutting technique suitable for shingled panel technology will be developed using both mono and bifacial cells. The next stage will involve production trials to determine the most suitable module components and production parameters to be used in shingled PV module production.
