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Beyond Silicon’s Limitations: The Rise of Thin Film Photovoltaics

A particularly promising opportunity is the role of thin film photovoltaics in powering IoT devices.

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By: DAVID SAVASTANO

Contributing Editor, Coatings World and Ink World

In the shadows of a silicon-dominated field, other photovoltaic (PV) technologies have been edging closer to the spotlight. Emerging PV applications, such as indoor energy harvesting and building integrated PV, have specific requirements that will enable ‘thin film’ alternatives to flourish. Thin film PV can deliver several unique advantages such as lighter weight, better indoor light conversion efficiency, simpler manufacturing, and potentially lower costs than conventional silic...

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