Maxim replaces protection diodes with new cell-string optimizer technology Updated On Mon, Sep 12th, 2016 by Saurenergy New cell-string optimizer technology from Maxim Integrated Products allows photovoltaic (PV) panels to harvest significantly more energy and simplifies design complexity for solar installation projects. Maxim’s cell-string optimizers are highly integrated DC-DC converters that replace the bypass diode and perform maximum power point tracking (MPPT) deep inside the PV module. By replacing each diode with […] Read more
This Solar Cell is highly efficient and can harvests more of sun’s energy Updated On Mon, Sep 5th, 2016 by Saurenergy A team of researchers from MIT and the Masdar Institute of Science and Technology has developed new solar cell that includes two different layers of sunlight-absorbing material to harvest a broader range of the sun’s energy and that costs less than its counterparts. The researchers call the device a “step cell,” because the two […] Read more
Jinko Solar to use Heraeus SOL9631J front-side paste for its new high-efficiency solar cells Updated On Mon, Sep 5th, 2016 by Saurenergy Heraeus Photovoltaics, developer and manufacturer of silver metallization pastes has announced a new collaboration with Jinko Solar for the launch of efficient polycrystalline cells. The Heraeus SOL9631J Series of new generation front-side silver pastes raises the conversion efficiency of solar cells, said the company in a statement. Jinko Solar will use the Heraeus SOL9631J […] Read more
BHEL Secures EPC order for 30 MW Solar Photovoltaic Power Plants in West Bengal Updated On Tue, Aug 16th, 2016 by Saurenergy Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has bagged Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) order for setting up 30 MW (3×10 MW) of Solar Photovoltaic (SPV) Power Plants. Valued at Rs.169 crore, EPC order has been placed on BHEL by West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Corporation Limited (WBSEDCL) said BHEL in a statement. The SPV plants of […] Read more
Researchers develops Tiny High-Performance Solar Cells That Turns Power Generation Sideways Updated On Mon, Aug 8th, 2016 by Saurenergy Engineers at the University of Wisconsin—Madison have developed high-performance, micro-scale solar cells that can harvest almost three times more electricity from incoming light as compared to existing technologies. According to the researchers the miniature solar panels could power myriad personal devices — wearable medical sensors, smartwatches, even autofocusing contact lenses. The new, small cells, described […] Read more
Delighted to see such a positive development in India: Heraeus Photovoltaics Updated On Tue, Aug 2nd, 2016 by Saurenergy Germany based Heraeus is one of the leading developer and manufacturer of silver metallization pastes for the photovoltaic industry. For over 40 years, Heraeus has built a reputation of innovation, extensive research and new product development in thick film technologies for some of the most prominent companies within a variety of industries. In a candid […] Read more
BHEL bags 80 MW Solar Photovoltaic Project worth Rs 437 crore Updated On Fri, Jul 29th, 2016 by Saurenergy State-run Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has bagged prestigious orders worth 437 crore for developing 80 MW Solar Photovoltaic (SPV) power plants on Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) basis from Neyveli Lignite Corp. (NLC) and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL). With this order, BHEL’s Solar portfolio now stands at 300-MW. The Solar Photovoltaic Plant will be […] Read more
FAU researchers develop new material that can increase the lifetime of organic solar cells considerably Updated On Tue, Jul 12th, 2016 by Saurenergy Organic solar cells are expected to replace standard silicon cells used in photovoltaics soon. The organic cells are thin, flexible and translucent and can be used as window glass or a design element by architects. A team of FAU researchers led by Prof. Dr. Christoph Brabec have achieved an important milestone in the quest to […] Read more
Hanwha Q CELLS Appoints Daniel JW Jeong as new Global Chief Technology Officer Updated On Sat, Jul 2nd, 2016 by Saurenergy Hanwha Q CELLS has announced the appointment of Dr. Daniel JW Jeong as new Global Chief Technology Officer (“CTO”). Dr. Jeong had previously held a number of leading management positions in the field of solar R&D with vast experience in solar technology innovation and commercialization before joining Hanwha. He has been the Company’s global Head […] Read more