Abstract :
The developing market for thin-film photovoltaics and R&D are discussed. An overview is given of thin-film modules that have already been developed for niche markets and high-value applications and technology that will be available soon. A number of silicon cells are described as well as some made of other materials, mainly copper indium diselenide and cadmium sulfide. Use of thin-film cells by utilities is examined.<>
Keywords :
II-VI semiconductors; cadmium compounds; copper compounds; elemental semiconductors; indium compounds; semiconductor thin films; silicon; solar cells; ternary semiconductors; CdS; CuInSe/sub 2/; Si; solar cells; thin-film modules; thin-film photovoltaics;
Journal_Title :
Power Engineering Review, IEEE
