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Illustration of charge behavior at grain boundaries between (100) and (111) crystal orientations under dark and illuminated conditions, along with changes observed during prolonged light exposure.

Researchers Identify New Cause Of Perovskite Cell Aging

PolyU and Zhejiang University study links uneven charge losses at crystal grain boundaries to perovskite cell degradation, with targeted chemical treatment improving stability
Highstar's booth at The Battery Show.

Highstar’s LFP Battery Lineup At The Battery Show

The company’s showcase consisted of prismatic 314 Ah and 392 Ah LFP batteries
SunDrive Solar and Space Machines Company are collaborating to develop lightweight solar panels for spacecraft using copper-based HJT solar cells.

SunDrive & Space Machines Partner On Space Solar Panels

The Australian companies aim to develop lightweight copper-based HJT solar panels for spacecraft, with prototype testing planned by April 2027
Schematic of the PV-TEG system, showing the 2 × 2 thermoelectric generator array mounted on the module’s rear side, connected to an aluminum heat sink and a self-powered wireless monitoring unit. (Image Credit: Y. Jiang et al., Applied Thermal Engineering 309 (2026), 133776)

PV-TEG: Using Thermoelectric Response To Locate Hotspots

Researchers use a rear-mounted thermoelectric array to map hotspot positions, reduce local temperatures and generate power for module monitoring
Livana's booth at The Battery Show.

LIVANA’s LFP Batteries & UPS At The Battery Show

The displayed product range included 100 Ah, 200 Ah, and 314 Ah batteries, either 12.8 V or 25.6 V, and a 100 Ah UPS system
JA's presentation at TaiyangNews online conference.

JA: Reducing Module Creepage Distance With Cemented Joints

This new module design complements the existing cell layout, gapless cell-to-cell interconnection, repositioning of the ribbon interconnection section, and ribbon hole placement
Researchers investigated light-converting encapsulation layers that absorb UV radiation and re-emit it at longer wavelengths, potentially reducing photocurrent losses in TOPCon solar modules.

Researchers Explore UV Down-Shifting For TOPCon Modules

Study by European researchers shows how light-converting encapsulation layers could protect TOPCon solar cells from UV radiation while limiting photocurrent losses
Trinasolar’s Ling Zhuang presented simulation results showing a 50°C reduction in maximum hot-spot temperature with the company’s quarter-cut cell and junction box design.

Trinasolar Focuses On Module Reliability Through Design & Testing

At the TaiyangNews Reliable PV Module Design Conference 2026, Trinasolar discussed improvements in shading tolerance, mechanical strength, PID resistance, and manufacturing quality
DMEGC expects its G12R-based TOPCon modules to reach 660 W while continuing with its current 3.0 technology, with further improvements planned in subsequent product generations. (Image Credit: TaiyangNews)

DMEGC’s G12R TOPCon Module Design For Varied Applications

The company’s Infinity RT 3.0 lineup combines cell interconnection changes with application-specific designs for residential, C&I, and utility-scale installations
Munich Re's presentation at the TaiyangNews conference.

Derisking PV Module Warranty Risks

Munich Re offers PV module warranty risk insurance that involves technology assessment, extended reliability tests, and factory inspections before coverage is issued to applicants
JA showcased its 550 W DeepBlue 5.0 TOPCon module and 125 kW / 261 kWh C&I battery energy storage system at All Energy Australia 2026.

JA Unveils HyperGen Pro BC Modules At All Energy Australia

The company’s new BC modules offer up to 25.5% efficiency, with lightweight construction and enhanced hail resistance for rooftop installations
IB Solar has signed an MoU with Centrotherm, RENA Technologies and ISC Konstanz to establish the Centre of Excellence for Solar Technology in Uttar Pradesh. (Image Credit: IB Solar)

IB Solar Plans Solar Center Of Excellence With German Partners

The proposed center in Uttar Pradesh will bring together Indian and German expertise in PV research, process engineering, and manufacturing technology
AESOLAR’s new Meteor Gen 3 series uses quarter-cut TOPCon cells to deliver up to 670 W power and 24.80% module efficiency, with up to 40 W higher output than the previous generation.

AESOLAR Launches Quarter-Cut TOPCon Modules Up To 670 W

The new Meteor Gen 3 series offers up to 24.80% efficiency, with higher power output than the previous generation while retaining the same module dimensions
Fraunhofer ISE and IKA have developed a PFAS-free dry-coating process for sodium-ion battery electrodes that could reduce manufacturing costs and energy consumption.

Fraunhofer ISE Develops PFAS-Free Battery Electrode Process

New dry-coating process for sodium-ion batteries could reduce manufacturing costs and energy consumption by eliminating solvents and PFAS-based binders
NXT’s Helios-r8 (left) and Helios-tn (right) laboratory systems are designed to measure the thickness and optical properties of deposited layers on PV cells. (Image Credit: NXT GmbH)

Optical Metrology For Monitoring Thin-Film Layers In PV Cells

NXT’s Helios-r8 and Helios-tn laboratory systems use reflectance spectroscopy to measure the thickness and optical properties of deposited layers on PV wafers
Trontek's booth at The Battery Show.

Trontek Displays Single-Phase Hybrid Inverters At The Battery Show

Two hybrid inverter series are classified according to their ingress protection ratings, IP66 and IP54, and target outdoor and indoor residential installations
Swift Solar is supplying HJT solar cells for space applications and developing perovskite-silicon tandems for higher power output. (Illustrative Photo; Image Credit: TaiyangNews / AI-generated)

Swift Solar Begins Shipping HJT Cells For Space Applications

The company is supplying HJT cells to US space customers while developing perovskite-silicon tandems, following three orbital test missions involving single-junction perovskite cells
Fraunhofer CSP’s Ralph Gottschalg discussed glass fracture strength, thin-glass testing, and the challenges of identifying the causes of module breakage.

Rethinking PV Module Glass Reliability Testing

Fraunhofer CSP’s Ralph Gottschalg highlighted gaps in thin-glass testing and called for statistical strength assessment at the TaiyangNews Reliable PV Module Design Conference 2026
Kiwa’s analysis found that new PV module factories recorded around 10 times more critical audit findings than mature facilities, highlighting quality risks during manufacturing ramp-up.

Kiwa Finds Greater Quality Risks At New PV Factories

An analysis of over 60 PV factories finds 10 times more critical audit findings at new facilities, highlighting the need for stronger quality controls
Stall of LICO Materials at The Battery Show.

LICO Showcases LFP Battery, ESS Models At The Battery Show

The company’s exhibits included a 100 Ah standalone LFP battery and residential & C&I energy storage systems
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