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The p-type IBC cell structure with interdigitated rear contacts developed using adapted PERC and TOPCon processing steps. (Photo Credit: Rachdi et al. SiliconPV Conference Proceedings 2025)
Repurposing PERC Lines For p-Type IBC Production
A ISC Konstanz and Fraunhofer ISE study explores the reuse of existing PERC infrastructure for pIBC cells, focusing on metallization and polysilicon optimization
Horizon System: Nextpower promotes the NX Horizon tracker, combining independent-row 1P architecture with terrain-adaptive tracking algorithms, configurable module layouts, and wind-gust tolerance of up to 240 km/h.
Nextpower Highlights NX Horizon With Terrain-Adaptive Design
The company’s 1P tracker supports up to 240 km/h wind and 2,000 V systems with a configurable design
Hoymiles' stall at ESIE 2026.
Hoymiles Launches String & Centralized PCS
The company unveiled its latest string and grid-forming PCS for system compatibility and grid ancillary services, respectively, at ESIE 2026
Slope-Optimized: Nevados’ TRACE ATT targets challenging topographies by combining independent-row 1P architecture with advanced terrain coupling, extended tracking range options, and bifacial-friendly geometry.
Nevados Solar Trackers For Complex Terrain Applications
TRACE ATT independent-row tracker supports steep slopes and uneven terrain with articulated coupling options
Rear and front views of the demonstrator BC cell fabricated using the lithography-free patterning route.
Lithography-Free Patterning Route Developed For BC Manufacturing
Screen-printed SiNx patterning enables laser-free rear-side junction formation for industrially compatible IBC processing
LECO-treated contacts form narrower Ag-Si interaction regions, helping reduce recombination losses at the front-side emitter. (Photo Credit: Progress in Photovoltaics: Research and Applications, 2026; John Wiley & Sons Ltd.)
Simulation Insights Into LECO-Driven Contact Improvements
Simulation study explains how lower firing temperatures, modified metallization, and doping profiles improve front-side passivation and reduce J₀,metal losses
Hoymiles' latest microinverters.
Hoymiles’ Microinverters For The European Plug-in Solar Market
The company’s latest MLPEs are developed for residential balcony solar or DIY setup, with identical or varying module orientations
NEXUS GreenTech GmbH
Fraunhofer ISE Sets Up Solar Consultancy NEXUS GreenTech
New spin-off to support global solar PV manufacturers in factory planning and product development
Terrasoft software
Terrasmart’s Tracker Optimization Package For Complex Solar Sites
New software upgrade adds terrain-aware backtracking and irradiance-based tracking to optimize yield on uneven and cloudy sites
Solarport’s new PowerPark PRO series includes multiple solar carport configurations for commercial parking applications.
Solarport Launches PowerPark PRO Solar Carport Series
New commercial carport range targets UK and Ireland with 4 structural variants for different parking layouts and site orientations
Copper Metallization Pushes TOPCon
Copper Metallization Pushes TOPCon Efficiency >24% With LECO Support
Screen-printed fire-through Cu rear contacts achieve 24.3% on TOPCon, narrowing the gap to reference cells metallized with silver
Gonvarri Solar Steel Solar Tracker
Solar Steel Combines Flexible 1P And Compact 2P Tracker Configurations
The TracSmarT+ portfolio includes 1P single-row, 1P dual-row, and TracSmarT+ 2P Compact trackers, combining layout flexibility with advanced tracking and weather-response control features
TaiyangNews' Shravan Chunduri opened the session on Solar Cell Research Status & Outlook at STC.I 2026, covering silicon, HJT, and perovskite-tandem developments. (Photo Credit: TaiyangNews)
STC.I 2026: PV Technology Roadmaps Reflect Regional Shifts & Tandem Momentum
Insights from ISC Konstanz, IIT Delhi, NISE, IIT Bombay, and SERIS highlight evolving silicon limits, manufacturing trends, and the growing role of perovskite tandem technologies
TOPCon SHJ Gap
TOPCon Narrows Gap With SHJ In Tandem Solar Cells
Improved Voc and FF bring TOPCon closer to SHJ performance, while lower costs and industrial compatibility support its case for large-scale tandem deployment
FTC Solar_Solar Tracker
FTC Solar Adds Terrain-Following & Dual-Row Tracker Designs
Pioneer platform expands with terrain-adaptive articulation and linked-row design, alongside updates to existing Voyager+ and Pioneer systems
Clenergy_ezTracker
Clenergy ezTracker Series With 3 Distinct Configurations
Clear segmentation across 1P and 2P designs, with extended row capacity and multi-drive systems for larger installations
Deye's stall at Solar & Storage Live 2026 exhibition.
Deye’s Solar-Plus-Storage Products For Africa
The company promoted its C&I storage product lineup and a residential hybrid inverter during Solar & Storage Live Africa 2026
Axial_Solar Trackers_2026
Axial Focuses On Terrain-Following & Flexible Tracker Configurations
Key updates focus on row configurations, dimensions, and integration of proprietary terrain-following and stow control technologies
Stacked Ni/Cu/Ag-plated contacts on TOPCon cells provide a pathway to significantly reduce silver usage while maintaining electrical performance. (Photo Credit: ECKERT et al, IEEE Journal of Photovoltaics, 2026)
Ni/Cu/Ag Plating Reduces Silver Use In TOPCon Cells
Fraunhofer ISE evaluates plated and hybrid metallization approaches to lower silver consumption while maintaining efficiency in TOPCon solar cells
Trinasolar's new TOPCon module.
Trina’s Multi-Cut Module For Utility & Data Centers
The company’s dual glass module, featuring edge passivated multi-cut cells, is rated for a power output of up to 760 W
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