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Solar cell apparatus using microlens and method for manufacturing same

US8759665B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 18, 2009
Grant dateJun 24, 2014
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Expiry dateDec 10, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E10/52
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Provided are a solar cell apparatus and a method of manufacturing the same. More particularly, a high efficiency, inexpensive and large-area solar cell apparatus using a microlens, and a method of manufacturing the same are provided. The solar cell apparatus includes a plate on which a plurality of lenses are arranged on one surface, and a plurality of solar cells receiving light concentrated by the lenses.

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