# Buddhism-Inspired Solar Cells These Solar Cells' Design is Inspired By Buddhist Singing Bowls By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-09-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-cells References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/buddhist-singing-bowl-solar-cell/33794/) & [anu.edu.au](http://www.anu.edu.au/) Dr. Niraj Lal, a researcher at the Australia National University, is designing a new breed of solar cells that are inspired by the unique shape of [Buddhist singing bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonic-heirloom). Dr. Lal believes that just as the singing bowls cause sound to resonate to create a distinctive sound, miniature versions may be able to interact with light in much the same way, leading to solar cells more adept at capturing sunlight. While [regular solar panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sula) lose a large amount of energy as it hits the surface -- making them inefficient -- singing bowl-shaped cells cause the light to bounce around them inside more. T Dr. Lal and his team are now looking into figuring out how the singing bowl-inspired sollar cell design can be incorporated into more complex structures. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Buddhism-inspired Solar Cells:** The singing bowl-inspired solar cell design presents an opportunity for more efficient solar technology. - **Light Resonance Technology:** Research into light resonance technology could lead to new breakthroughs in efficient solar cells. - **Architectural Solar Integration:** Sing bowl-inspired solar cell design can be incorporated into more complex structures for use in architectural solar integration. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Renewable Energy:** The development of more efficient solar technology could make renewable energy more cost-effective and accessible for consumers. - **Architecture and Design:** The unique shape of the singing bowl-inspired solar cells presents an opportunity for integration into architectural and design projects. - **Research and Development:** Research into light resonance technology could lead to new breakthroughs and innovations for the solar energy industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lunar Material-Based Solar Cells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-dust.md) - [Origami-Inspired Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sego-innovations.md) - [3D Solar Panel Modules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tipa.md) - [Digitized Meditation Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenbowl.md) - [Origami-Inspired Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levante-origami-solar-panel.md) - [Exceptionally Efficient Solar Cells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/efficient-solar-cell.md) - [Solar Panel Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-tapestry.md) - [User-Friendly Solar Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-energy.md) - [Bowl-Shaped Meditation Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miifm.md)