MSEN 760 Thin Film Solar Cells: From Design to Applications
Photovoltaic technologies that enable the direct conversion of solar energy into electricity are presented from the science and engineering viewpoints. The materials and fundamental processes involved are described. The device level is then treated through design, modeling, simulation as well as implementation and testing perspectives. Thin-film, third-generation, novel and emerging PV technologies are addressed. Case studies are presented including manufacturing, applications and deployment of diverse PV technologies.