Using laser processed glass as solar concentrators for BIPV

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Researchers from Aalto University in Finland demonstrated a proof-of-concept of laser-processed glass to be used as a type of solar concentrator for building integrated PV (BIPV) applications. The treated glass enabled a 55-fold increase in photocurrent generation compared to unprocessed glass, with an estimated optical efficiency of 0.66 %. Additionally, a fluoropolymer coating was applied to create a self-cleaning surface.

 

Period9 Apr 2025

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  • TitleUsing laser processed glass as solar concentrators for BIPV
    Degree of recognitionInternational
    Media name/outletpv manazine
    Media typeWeb
    Country/TerritoryGermany
    Date09/04/2025
    DescriptionResearchers from Aalto University in Finland demonstrated a proof-of-concept of laser-processed glass to be used as a type of solar concentrator for building integrated PV (BIPV) applications. The treated glass enabled a 55-fold increase in photocurrent generation compared to unprocessed glass, with an estimated optical efficiency of 0.66 %. Additionally, a fluoropolymer coating was applied to create a self-cleaning surface.
    Producer/AuthorValerie Thompson
    URLhttps://www.pv-magazine.com/2025/04/09/using-laser-processed-glass-as-solar-concentrators-for-bipv/
    PersonsXiaolong Liu
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