Microcracking on PV modules and their implication at energy generation
Abstract
On new global energetic paradigm, they are growing new methods, techniques and technologies to generate clean energy, however, those methods, techniques and technologies, are affected by different circumstance and variables. Solar energy generation field has also different circumstances that affect its efficiency. The aim of this research is to point out those different factors which can affect solar energy generation, taking particular interest on a photovoltaic system when they appear snail traces (micro-crackings) in the photovoltaic module (PV-module), particularly when there exists client’s claim because of that situation.
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