Optical Characterization of the SunSimba CPV concentrator

Concentrating Photovoltaic (CPV) systems use low-cost optics to concentrate sunlight onto the highest efficiency solar cells. They typically use 0.1% of the expensive materials used in traditional solar panels and achieve double the efficiency. The Morgan Solar CPV product uses Total internal reflection principals to concentrate the light. Comprehensive characterization of each component of the optical assembly, as well as the assembly as a whole is proposed in this project. Detailed spatial and spectral analysis will be undertaken, which will be used to determine the overall optical efficiency and to further optimize the design and manufacturing of the products.

Faculty Supervisor:

Karin Hinzer

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Partner:

Morgan Solar

Discipline:

Physics

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University:

University of Ottawa

Program:

Accelerate