IMEC obtains record conversion efficiency of 24.7% for GaAs solar cells on Ge substrate

IMEC has realized a single-junction GaAs solar cell on a Ge substrate with a record conversion efficiency of 24.7%. The efficiency was measured and confirmed by NREL (National Renewable Energy Laboratory, US). GaAs solar cells are used in satellite solar panels and earth-based solar concentrators.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news123176259.html">IMEC obtains record conversion efficiency of 24.7% for GaAs solar cells on Ge substrate</a></p> <p>IMEC has realized a single-junction GaAs solar cell on a Ge substrate with a record conversion efficiency of 24.7%. The efficiency was measured and confirmed by NREL (National Renewable Energy Laboratory, US). GaAs solar cells are used in satellite solar panels and earth-based solar concentrators.</p>