Objetivo Photovoltaic solar energy is one of the most important sources of renewable energy in the next century. In operation there are no harmful by-products. The problem to overcome before a large-scale introduction can take place is a cost reduction. The major part of PV modules is based on crystalline silicon cell technology. These nodules show a high efficiency and long lifetime, but at relatively high costs. A alternative is the use of amorphous silicon cells. The present panel manufacturing process is based on a concept in which the cell layers are deposited onto the front plate of the panel. The transparent electrode is deposited onto a glass plate, followed by the cell and the aluminium electrode. Laminating a glass plate to the back and applying a border around the edge complete the panel. The glass makes the panel's heavy, breakable and restricts design. New materials have to be applied in order to reach a better overall cost efflciency.Objectives for the proposed research are to investigate the use of new materials, the development of new barrier coatings and low-temperature electrode and photovoltaic layer deposition processes for future generations of solar cells. Ámbito científico engineering and technologymechanical engineeringmanufacturing engineeringengineering and technologymaterials engineeringcoating and filmsnatural scienceschemical sciencesinorganic chemistrymetalloidsmedical and health sciencesmedical biotechnologycells technologiesengineering and technologyenvironmental engineeringenergy and fuelsrenewable energysolar energyphotovoltaic Programa(s) FP5-EESD - Programme for research, technological development and demonstration on "Energy, environment and sustainable development, 1998-2002" Tema(s) 1.1.4.-6. - Key action Economic and Efficient Energy for a Competitive Europe Convocatoria de propuestas Data not available Régimen de financiación EAW - Exploratory awards Coordinador FREE ENERGY EUROPE SA Aportación de la UE Sin datos Dirección rue Léon-Droux 2 62302 LENS Francia Ver en el mapa Coste total Sin datos Participantes (1) Ordenar alfabéticamente Ordenar por aportación de la UE Ampliar todo Contraer todo EQUES COATINGS BV Países Bajos Aportación de la UE Sin datos Dirección Kantsingel 60 5349 AJ OSS Ver en el mapa Coste total Sin datos
