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Integrated thin film solar cell interconnection

US9236513B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 27, 2015
Grant dateJan 12, 2016
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Expiry dateMar 27, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/24314
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Photovoltaic modules may include multiple flexible thin film photovoltaic cells electrically connected in series, and laminated to a substantially transparent top sheet having a conductive grid pattern facing the cells. Methods of manufacturing photovoltaic modules including integrated multi-cell interconnections are provided. Methods may include steps of coordinating, integrating, and registering multiple rolls of substrates in continuous processes.

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