Author :
Strobl, G. ; Dietrich, K. ; Hilgarth, J. ; Köstler, W. ; Kern, R. ; Nell, M. ; Rothenbacher, S. ; Bett, A.W. ; Dimroth, F. ; Meusel, M. ; Campesato, R. ; Flores, C. ; Timò, G. ; Smekens, G. ; Vanbegin, J. ; Raskin, G. ; Geens, W. ; LaRoche, G. ; Hey, G. ;
Abstract :
A programme for the development of advanced triple-junction space solar cells in Europe was initiated and supported by ESA and DLR. RWE Space Solar Power (D) has been leading a research and development consortium including UMICORE (B), CESI (I) with ENE (B), University of Paris (F), FhG-ISE (D) and Astrium (D). This paper presents results of the phase 2 work of this programme, in which triple junction solar cells with AMO-efficiencies of 27% have been realized. Additionally, the pre-development of the next generation of space solar cells with efficiencies above 30% is described.
