UCLA Transparent Solar Cells are in Development
Amelia Roblin — July 24, 2012 — Eco
References: pubs.acs.org & engadget
A slew of exciting possibilities may come to mind when you get a glimpse of these innovative UCLA transparent solar cells. The range of objects and technologies to which they can be applied is broad and would usher in a new age of eco-friendly practices.
Researchers at the University of California Los Angeles have so far worked out how to produce a panel at 66% transparency that can manage 4% energy conversion from the sun. The images show how even the previous cloudy-sounding number actually offers a remarkable clarity. Through continuing efforts, the UV-sensitive films and composite electrodes will surely get more limpid and you might find UCLA transparent solar cells integrated into windows and even smartphones.
Researchers at the University of California Los Angeles have so far worked out how to produce a panel at 66% transparency that can manage 4% energy conversion from the sun. The images show how even the previous cloudy-sounding number actually offers a remarkable clarity. Through continuing efforts, the UV-sensitive films and composite electrodes will surely get more limpid and you might find UCLA transparent solar cells integrated into windows and even smartphones.
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