Featured in In conversation – 08-2018

More than two sides to new technology

Working with bifacial: Bifacial modules are gaining ground in the PV market, thanks to their potential for high efficiency and performance without major changes to the module production line. These efficient PV modules need to be used with the right inverter in order to maximize value. Based on empirical data collected by Huawei, this article describes the best inverter features needed for integration into a project with bifacial modules.

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pv magazine

08 Aug 2018

Installation over water featuring bifacial modules and a Huawei inverter solution. | Photo: Huawei

The cell technologies used in bifacial solar modules which are currently on the market include p-type passivated emitter rear contact (PERC), n-type passivated emitter rear totally diffused (PERT), and heterojunction technology.In addition to receiving and converting solar radiation from the front side, the rear of the bifacial module can also receive scattered light from the …

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