Tech Bytes

DGIST unveils novel approach to enhance photocurrent in thin films

Researchers from South Korea’s DGIST address the bandgap challenge in Ag-alloyed Cu(In,Ga)Se2 thin films (ACIGS). They reveal correlations between element diffusion, notch-point formation, and resulting circuit voltage. Modulating process temperatures (340 to 470 °C) refines the band gap, enabling tailored grading. Achieving 17.7% efficiency without post-deposition treatments, their breakthrough emphasizes deposition temperature’s impact on ACIGS…

LONGi breaks records with 27.09% efficient solar cells

LONGi Green Energy achieves 27.09% efficiency in silicon heterojunction back-contact solar cells, surpassing the 26.81% efficiency record announced in November 2022. The breakthrough, certified by the Institute for Solar Energy Research Hamelin, Germany involves an all-laser patterning process developed in-house, addressing cost concerns associated with photolithography. Notably, the technology reduces reliance on transparent conductive oxide…

Largest Solar Project in Northern Vietnam Goes Operational with Huasun’s High-Efficiency Modules 

The Luxshare Precision Rooftop Solar Power Project, a 20.048 MW initiative developed by China Power International Holding Ltd. and CNTIC, is now operational, representing northern Vietnam’s largest distributed solar project. Huasun Energy’s high-efficiency Himalaya G12-132 modules enhance its capabilities, emphasizing Luxshare-ICT’s commitment to sustainable development. With advanced features and technology, the project aims to generate…

XING Mobility Unveils Game-Changing Immersion Cooling Battery for EVs & Utility Power 

XING Mobility unveils revolutionary Immersion Cooling technology at CES 2024. The innovative IMMERSIO Cell-to-Pack architecture achieves world-leading energy densities (200 Wh/kg, 400 Wh/L), enabling larger vehicle battery capacities without space sacrifices, easing range anxiety. IMMERSIO XM25 Battery System, mass-produced immersion cooling pack, provides 25 kWh power, available for both vehicle and ESS applications. Company also…

Zendure enters Spain’s retail with SolarLab.es partnership

Zendure partners with solarlab.es, entering Spain’s retail via Leroy Merlin. solarlab.es specializes in self-install portable solar panels for a demographic aged 30-65, mainly male, in Spain, France, and Germany. The collaboration focuses on B2B sales, launching SolarFlow in Leroy Merlin stores, aiming for market dominance by innovation and strategic expansion.

Costco’s Mira Loma center electrified in record time by Trinity Structures

Trinity Structures achieves a 4-month off-grid electrification at Costco’s Mira Loma center, California, challenging the norm with a rapid deployment in contrast to the standard 24-month timeline. The integrated modular ecosystem offers a comprehensive solution for design, construction, deployment, and ongoing support and addresses challenges faced by fleet owners dealing with regulatory constraints and grid…

Sungrow Powers 800kW Solar Project for Metro Ligero Oeste

Sungrow supplied its inverter solutions to an 800kW solar project with Metro Ligero Oeste, a Spanish public transport operator, serving over 200,000 inhabitants, covering 22.4 km of tracks with 28 stations. The solar project, located in Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid, involved the installation of six units of Sungrow’s SG110CX and two units of the SG50CX….