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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
Rochester Institute of Technology is evaluating perovskite solar cells mounted on a CubeSat in orbit to study their response to radiation and extreme environmental conditions. (Photo Credit: Rochester Institute of Technology)
Perovskite Solar Cells Move From Lab To Orbit Testing
Rochester Institute of Technology evaluates perovskite cells in low Earth orbit, highlighting radiation tolerance and stability improvements
BLUETTI's stall at RENEO 2026.
BLUETTI Banks On C&I And Residential ESS For Hungary
The company promoted its latest AC-coupled energy storage systems at the RENEO 2026 exhibition
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Tilted Single-Axis Tracker From ASUN
Derived from a dual-axis design, the system introduces a fixed tilt with E-W motion to improve seasonal yield and land utilization
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Study Shows Cell-Level Testing Matches Module Degradation
A nitrate-based, pH-controlled method demonstrates improved reliability assessment for TOPCon metallization under damp-heat conditions
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Antaisolar Expands HSAT Portfolio With New And Updated Tracker Models
AT-Spark solar tracker from Antaisolar targets high-wind applications with enhanced structural design and multi-point drive architecture
AnkerSOLIX's whole-home backup solution.
Anker SOLIX’s Transfer Switch For Whole-Home & Extended Backup
Launched for Australian prosumers, the company’s product supports Anker’s home storage systems without external CTs or a changeover switch
Integrating solar and storage during home construction enables optimized system design, including roof layout, wiring, and equipment placement. (Photo Credit: Qcells)
Solar & Storage Move Into The Home Design Phase
Qcells’ New Homes platform reflects a shift toward integrating PV and storage systems during residential construction rather than post-installation retrofits
UV Trade-Off: Tracking systems increase irradiance capture but also raise cumulative UV exposure, impacting long-term module reliability.
Tracking Boosts Yield But Raises UV Exposure
Higher irradiance gains from tracking systems may increase UV-driven degradation, especially in high-intensity climates
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Solar Fabrik Colored Module For Architectural Integration
The company introduced its 400 W Chroma module with copper-red front glass for heritage rooftop applications
A curved roof tile with an integrated perovskite module developed by TNO highlights new form factors for building-integrated PV. (Photo Credit: ASAT B.V.)
TNO Integrates Perovskite Module In Rooftile With 12.4% Efficiency
The company demonstrates curved perovskite roof tiles while advancing flexible module manufacturing to enable PV deployment on unconventional surfaces
Modern PV modules may appear similar externally, but ongoing changes in cell layout, interconnection, and materials are driving parallel innovation in manufacturing equipment. (Photo Credit: JinkoSolar)
PV Module Innovation Meets Manufacturing Reality
A look at how changing module designs are reshaping production equipment, from interconnection to final testing
Perovskite solar cells can be engineered for transparency, flexibility, and color, enabling their use across windows, façades, and rooftops in BIPV systems. (Photo Credit: Information & Functional Materials, 2026 published by John Wiley & Sons Australia, Ltd on behalf of Zhejiang University)
Perovskite Solar Cells Adapt To Building-Integrated Applications
A review from Shenzhen University examines how semi-transparent, flexible, and color-tunable perovskites can be tailored for different BIPV use cases
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