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Recovery of valuable or toxic metals from silicon solar cells

US10385421B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 14, 2018
Grant dateAug 20, 2019
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Expiry dateMay 14, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P10/20
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Exemplary methods provide for recovery of valuable industrial metals in connection with recycling of silicon solar cells and modules. Silicon, copper, silver, and the like may be recovered separately, allowing for cost-effective recycling for silicon solar cells and modules.

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