6.2 How does a PV cell work?

Course subject(s) 6. Solar Energy

All solar cells are based on the same principle the Photo-voltaic effect.

This video will explain the basics of how this works in a PV cell. Furthermore we will tell you about the characteristics of a cell. The PN-junction, IV-Curve, and maximum power point will be explained and how to calculate the efficiency of a cell.

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