DNA: When the first Silicon Solar Cell came to the world in 1954
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Apr 26, 2023, 01:54 AM IST
These new 'smart' solar sunglasses can generate solar power
Researchers said that the invention can pave the way for other future applications such as the integration of organic solar cells into windows or overhead glazing.
Aug 03, 2017, 16:04 PM IST
Newly-designed solar cell may be most efficient in the world, claim scientists
The prototype integrates multiple cells stacked into a single device capable of capturing nearly all of the energy in the solar spectrum, researchers said.
Jul 13, 2017, 13:26 PM IST
Solar-powered smart windows could help you save energy costs
The new self-powered version promises to be inexpensive and easy to apply to existing windows, the researchers said.
Jul 03, 2017, 11:30 AM IST
Jamun used to create low-cost solar cells by Indian scientists
Researchers used naturally occurring pigment found in jamun as an inexpensive photosensitiser for Dye Sensitised Solar Cells (DSSCs) or Gratzel cells.
Apr 30, 2017, 22:37 PM IST
Jamun used to make low-cost solar cells
Researchers used naturally occurring pigment found in jamun as an inexpensive photosensitiser for Dye Sensitised Solar Cells (DSSCs) or Gratzel cells.
Apr 26, 2017, 14:08 PM IST
Solar cells that work in all weather conditions – Chinese scientists explore possibility
The work of Tang and Yang was recently published in an academic journal published by the American Chemistry Society, ACS Nano, and the publication Nano Energy.
Apr 02, 2017, 23:52 PM IST
New ultrathin film for bendable displays, electronic skins
Washington: Scientists have developed a transparent, ultrathin film that is highly conductive and stretchable, a major advance that may lead to roll-up touchscreen displays, wearable electronics, flexible solar cells and electronic skin.
Jun 13, 2016, 12:29 PM IST
DNA: Today in history, April 25, 2016
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Apr 26, 2016, 00:06 AM IST
BHEL bags Rs 282 crore order from NTPC for 50MW solar plant in MP
State-run power equipment maker BHEL has bagged a Rs 282 crore order for setting up a 50 MW solar project on an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) basis through competitive bidding from NTPC Ltd.
Apr 14, 2016, 14:57 PM IST
Graphene may help generate power from rain
Solar cells could generate electricity even during rains by making use of the 'wonder material' graphene, scientists say.
Apr 10, 2016, 16:54 PM IST
Solar cell material can recycle light to boost efficiency
The study involved shining a laser on to one part of a 500 nanometre-thick sample of lead-iodide perovskite.
Mar 28, 2016, 17:12 PM IST
Coming, cheaper solar cells with greater efficiency
Scientists have developed a solar-panel material that can pave the way for cheaper solar cells while achieving competitive power-conversion efficiency of 20.2 percent.
Jan 19, 2016, 14:45 PM IST
New tech can make solar cells less `shiny`, more efficient
Using nanotechnology, researchers have developed a novel way to make the upper metal contact nearly invisible to incoming light.
Nov 30, 2015, 08:37 AM IST
New technology enables solar cells to absorb more light
A team of scientists at Stanford University, that includes an Indian origin researcher, has discovered how to make the shiny upper metal contact 'invisible' to light, thereby funnelling light directly into the cell.
Nov 27, 2015, 14:34 PM IST
Essel, J A Solar JV to set up Rs 950 cr facility in India
Essel Group Monday said it has entered into an agreement with China's energy firm J A Solar to launch a joint venture for manufacturing solar cell and modules in India.
May 18, 2015, 22:22 PM IST
