Thin-film Photovoltaic Cells
Further information: Thin film solar cell, Third generation solar cell, and Low-cost photovoltaic cellThin-film technologies are also being developed as a means of substantially reducing the cost of photovoltaic (PV) systems. The rationale for this is that thin-film modules are cheaper to manufacture owing to their reduced material costs, energy costs, handling costs and capital costs. This is especially represented in the use of printed electronics (roll-to-roll) processes.
Thin films belong to the second and third photovoltaic cell generations.
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