Design proposal could double space solar cell efficiency

Pennsylvania PA (SPX) Jun 07, 2023
When it comes to supplying energy for space exploration and settlements, commonly available solar cells made of silicon or gallium arsenide are still too heavy to be feasibly transported by rocket. To address this challenge, a wide variety of lightweight alternatives are being explored, including solar cells made of a thin layer of molybdenum selenide, which fall into the broader category of 2D This article was originally published by Solardaily.com. Read the original article here.