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Photovoltaic devices with three dimensional surface features and methods of making the same

US9853171B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 4, 2013
Grant dateDec 26, 2017
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Expiry dateSep 4, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E10/548

Abstract

This disclosure provides photovoltaic cells and substrates with three dimensional optical architectures and methods of manufacturing the same. In particular, the disclosure relates to a continuously formed photovoltaic substrate, and to systems, devices, methods and uses for such a product, including the collection of solar energy.

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