solar_cell_project_genz_latest_0011.pptx

Inputs required from your end are:
1. What is solar cell.
2. ⁠function of solar cell
3. ⁠solar cell metallurgy 
4. ⁠Different type of solar cell
5. ⁠latest technology adopted in solar cell
6. ⁠comparison between latest technologies solar cell I.e. Bi-facial and mono PERC

7. Comparative Study of Different Types of Solar Cells
Build a simple setup to compare the efficiency of different types of solar cells (e.g., monocrystalline, polycrystalline, thin film)

- Analyze the cost, durability, and efficiency trade-offs

- Present findings on the most suitable type for different applications


If possible, kindly arrange a simple set up model for checking the solar cell efficiency

Project outcomes:- Cost analyse, durability and efficiency trade off in terms of project viability.
Arrange a plant visit to see the performance testing of different type of solar cell and monitor critical parameters during testing

1. Solar Cell Technology & Project Outcomes Efficiency, Cost, and Durability Analysis Your Name / Institution

2. What is a Solar Cell? Semiconductor device converting sunlight into electricity via photovoltaic effect. Absorbs photons → generates electron-hole pairs → separates charges → produces current.

3. Function of a Solar Cell Absorb photons from sunlight. Generate and separate charge carriers. Deliver current through contacts. Key parameters: Voc, Isc, Vmp, Imp, Fill Factor, Efficiency.

4. Solar Cell Metallurgy Semiconductor base: Silicon (mono / poly). Doping: Boron, Phosphorus. Contacts: Silver (front), Aluminium (rear). Passivation layers: SiNx, SiOx. Encapsulation: Glass + EVA/POE + backsheet.

5. Types of Solar Cells Crystalline Silicon: Mono, Poly, PERC, Mono-PERC. Advanced c-Si: TOPCon, HJT, IBC. Thin-Film: CdTe, CIGS, a-Si. Perovskite (emerging). Multi-junction (III–V).

6. Latest Technologies TOPCon: High efficiency, passivated contacts. HJT: High Voc, premium tech. Bifacial: Power from front + rear. Perovskite–Silicon Tandems: >30% lab efficiency.

7. Comparison – Bifacial vs Mono-PERC Bifacial: Energy gain +5–20%, slightly higher cost, glass/glass durability. Mono-PERC: Baseline, lower cost, known degradation modes. Best sites: bifacial in high albedo, trackers; mono-PERC for general use.

8. Simple Experimental Setup Equipment: PV cell/module, pyranometer, load, multimeters. Steps: Measure irradiance (G), area (A), IV sweep, calculate efficiency. Efficiency η = Pout / (G × A).

9. Worked Example Module area A = 0.5 m², irradiance G = 800 W/m². Pin = 400 W, Pout = 37 W → Efficiency = 9.25%. Demonstrates real-world efficiency measurement.

10. Project Outcomes Cost: Mono-PERC lowest upfront, bifacial/TOPCon higher CAPEX. Durability: Glass/glass improves lifetime; new tech still being validated. Efficiency trade-off: Higher efficiency lowers LCOE, but adds cost.

11. Plant Visit Plan Contact: Universities, labs, manufacturers. Observe: IV curve testing, environmental testing. Monitor: Voc, Isc, Vmp, Imp, Pmax, Fill Factor, irradiance, module temperature. Compare modules: PERC, bifacial, TOPCon, HJT.

12. Conclusion Solar cell technology advancing rapidly. Trade-off between cost, efficiency, and durability determines viability. Bifacial + advanced architectures = future of PV. Plant/lab visits provide real-world performance insights.