Methods to Reduce the Operating Temperature of Photovoltaic Cells

Abstract:

The article includes an overview of the effectiveness of different generations of photovoltaic cells, the temperature dependence of the electrical efficiency and methods of integration into the building envelope. Furthermore, the article focuses on experimental and simulation of proven methods to reduce the operating temperature of photovoltaic cells.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volume 820)
• Pages: 224-229
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.820.224
• Online since: January 2016
• Authors: Peter Hysek
• Keywords: Climate Adaptive Building Shell, Phase Change Material, Photovoltaic Cell, Transparent Thermal Insulation

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