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What is a silicon solar cell?

Silicon solar cells have been an integral part of space programs since the 1950s becoming parts of every US mission into Earth orbit and beyond. The cells have had to survive and produce energy in hostile environments, undergoing exposures to radiation, solar flares, and temperature extremes.

Why are silicon solar cells a popular choice?

Silicon solar cells are the most broadly utilized of all solar cell due to their high photo-conversion efficiency even as single junction photovoltaic devices. Besides, the high relative abundance of silicon drives their preference in the PV landscape.

How are silicon solar cells formed?

Individual silicon solar cells are formed into modules by connecting them in series and parallel. These modules are subsequently encapsulated to protect them from natural elements before they are deployed. Thin film cells can be much larger than silicon cells, and one thin film cell may form a single module.

Are silicon solar cells a mainstay of commercialized photovoltaics?

Nature 626, 105–110 (2024) Cite this article Silicon solar cells are a mainstay of commercialized photovoltaics, and further improving the power conversion efficiency of large-area and flexible cells remains an important research objective 1, 2.

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