Result description
A significant factor for long term degradation of PV modules (standard and likely EPoGs) is failure of the interconnects. A finite element modeling tool has been developed to simulate interconnect fatigue as a step towards predicting failure.
The experimental+modelling analyses of light transmission in various configurations/designs of EpoG modules as well as the analyses of electrical (thus energy yield) losses will be realized in order to define links between aesthetics and EpoG prototypes performance. As such, a “performance vs aesthetics map” will be drawn, to identify the best compromise between high performance and optimal appearence. Also, optionally, we may also attempt to provide a preliminary model of mismatch/shading effects on EPoG modules for the cases of different patterns on the colored glass.
A finite element modeling tool has been developed to simulate interconnect fatigue as a step towards predicting failure. A “performance vs aesthetics map” will be drawn, to identify the best compromise between high performance and optimal appearence. Also, optionally, we may also attempt to provide a preliminary model of mismatch/shading effects on EPoG modules for the cases of different patterns on the colored glass.
Addressing target audiences and expressing needs
- To raise awareness and possibly influence policy
- Use of research Infrastructure
- Collaboration
Use for further research/experimental analyses.
Creation of a protocol which permits to understand and qualify aesthetics conditions for building integrated PV modules.
- EU and Member State Policy-makers
- Research and Technology Organisations
- Academia/ Universities
R&D, Technology and Innovation aspects
Result submitted to Horizon Results Platform by AIT AUSTRIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY GMBH
