Article,
Thermal Performance of Si and GaAs based Solar Cells and Modules: a Review
Progress in Energy and Combustion Science, (2003)
Abstract
This review summarizes the recent progress obtained in the field
of the temperature performance of crystalline and amorphous silicon
solar cells and modules. It gives a general analysis of results and
reviews of applications for building integrated photovoltaic (PV)
thermal systems that convert solar energy into electrical one and
heat as well. Air and water cooled âhybridâ photovoltaicâthermal
solar collectors are reported. These include prospective applications
of amorphous silicon solar module on flexible plastic film and thin
film solar cells. Topics include general results and analysis of
the heat transfer mechanisms of the PV modules.
