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A Review on Solar PV Cell and Its Evolution

Authors : Devesh Jaiswal, Monika Mittal, Vikas Mittal

Published in: Latest Trends in Renewable Energy Technologies

Publisher: Springer Singapore

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Abstract

Solar energy is fast emerging as a very effective process of power generation from the domain of renewable energy. A solar PV cell is the most crucial part of a solar energy system. The power generated by a PV system relies on many aspects. One of the important factors is solar PV cell materials that have a major bearing on its conversion efficiency. Therefore, this paper presents a detailed review of these materials that have evolved over the years. Their classification into different generations is presented along with its basic structure to give the researchers a jump start into this domain. Also, a detailed comparison of their efficiencies, merits, demerits, cost etc. is showcased.

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Title: A Review on Solar PV Cell and Its Evolution
Authors: Devesh Jaiswal
Monika Mittal
Vikas Mittal
Publisher: Springer Singapore
Book: Latest Trends in Renewable Energy Technologies
Print ISBN: 978-981-16-1185-8

Electronic ISBN: 978-981-16-1186-5

Copyright Year: 2021
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-1186-5_26