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Development of a shingle-type solar cell moduleThe development of a solar cell module, which is suitable for use in place of shingles on the sloping roofs of residental or commercial buildings, is reported. The design consists of nineteen series-connected 53 mm diameter solar cells arranged in a closely packed hexagon configuration. The shingle solar cell module consists of two basic functional parts: an exposed rigid portion which contains the solar cell assembly, and a semi-flexible portion which is overlapped by the higher courses of the roof installation. Consideration is given to the semi-flexible substrate configuration and solar cell and module-to-module interconnectors. The results of an electrical performance analysis are given and it is noted that high specific power output can be attributed to the efficient packing of the circular cells within the hexagon shape. The shingle should function for at least 15 years, with a specific power output of 98 W/sq w.
Document ID
19790056893
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Shepard, N. F., Jr.
(General Electric Co., Space Div., Philadelphia Pa., United States)
Sanchez, L. E.
(California Institute of Technology, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena Calif., United States)
Date Acquired
August 9, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1978
Subject Category
Energy Production And Conversion
Meeting Information
Meeting: Photovoltaic Specialists Conference
Location: Washington, DC
Start Date: June 5, 1978
End Date: June 8, 1978
Sponsors: U. S. Departement of Energy
Accession Number
79A40906
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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