Portonovo solar cell assembly

What is print-assisted photovoltaic Assembly (Papa)?

Print-assisted photovoltaic assembly (PAPA) is an assembly process that leverages robotic automation to build fully functional flexible thin-film solar arrays. By increasing manufacturing efficiency, PAPA's no-touch technology can reduce labor costs, decrease time-to-market, and enable assembly of large-scale solar arrays of over 500kW.

How do photovoltaic modules work?

To make electrical connections easier, photovoltaic modules come with a junction box. The direct current (DC) electricity produced by the cells is transformed into alternating current (AC) electricity by an inverter that is fixed to the solar panel. The image below shows the multiple components used in assembling solar modules.

Can a lean manufacturing methodology be applied directly to solar module assembly?

The packaging industry’s lean manufacturing methodology can be applied directly to solar module assembly. Second generation solar cell, also known as thin-film solar cell (TFSC) or thin-film photovoltaic cell (TFPV), is made by depositing one or more thin layers (thin films) of photovoltaic material on a substrate.

How has solar cell manufacturing evolved in recent years?

Solar cell manufacturing has evolved significantly in recent years. As solar energy is predicted to experience extraordinary growth, the near future will likely be marked by even more technological innovations. In this article, we’ll cover the steps of the solar cell manufacturing process.