Fraunhofer Center for Silicon Photovoltaics CSP
Fraunhofer Center for Silicon Photovoltaics CSP
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Zuverlässigkeitsanalysen von Photovoltaikmodulen sind entscheidend für den rentablen Betrieb der Anlagen.

Quick Testing for Solar Modules

Higher yields of photovoltaic modules and new possible uses for solar energy in special climates through the development of new test methods – with these objectives, TÜV Rheinland, the Institute for Solar Energy Research Hameln and the Fraunhofer CSP have joined together in the Fidelitas project.

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Marokko Testgelände Kooperation Projekt
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Der 2015 in Betrieb genommene »Green Energy Park« in Ben Guerir ist die größte Photovoltaik-Testplattform Afrikas.

Reliable Modules for Harsh Climates

In desert regions, solar modules are exposed to extreme climatic conditions. Sandstorms lead to abrasion on all surfaces. The increased UV radiation near the equator provokes the embrittlement of polymers and can cause failures. At Fraunhofer CSP, we are looking for the formula for the desert module.

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Test field for solar cell modules
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Test field for solar cell modules on the roof of the Fraunhofer CSP.

Outdoor PV Lab Halle

The test field on the roof of our institute building offers our customers 36 measuring stations for free-field measurements as well as material weathering for photovoltaic components.

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PV Systems and PV Integration

We offer:

  • Performance and yield measurement of solar modules
  • PV system diagnostics with AI
  • Operational data analysis and optimization of PV system operation management
  • Integration of PV into system concepts
  • Simulation of decentralized energy systems
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Outdoor Efficiency Measurements and Test Fields

In order to be able to measure PV modules under real climate conditions for our customers, we at the Fraunhofer CSP use different analysis systems that allow the characterization of up to 36 individual modules in different installation conditions.

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Energy Yield & Performance Measurement

Outdoor PV Lab
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David Daßler and Jens Fröbel are maintaining the solar cell modules tested in the Outdoor PV Lab.
  • High voltage test equipment with up to 1 kV applied voltage
  • High voltage measuring equipment
  • Micro ohmmeter for measurement of small electrical resistance
  • Performance test in laboratory by class AAA module flasher up to 2,6 x 2,6 m²
  • Outdoor performance test with continuous IV curve recording, temperature and irradiance on modules
  • Environmental measuring for direct, diffused and global irradiance, air pressure and humidity, wind speed and direction