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Foundation of the New Cell using 3-Dimensional to the Solar Cell

Abstract

This paper proposes a new type of solar electric cell and method to achieve higher power density compared to conventional solar cells. The proposed apparatus and method comprise photovoltaic liquid fluids (eg. colloidal quantum dots/perovskite type fluids) in a flow-cell comprised of high porosity 3-Dimensional metal substrates. Based on several key factors that will be discussed, it is believed that this new cell and process could enable substantially more power per unit geometric panel area compared to conventional solid-state passive 2-Dimensional solar panels. Technical rationale will be analysed for how this method could de facto overcome current power limitations per unit panel area in conventional solar panels (such as Shockley-Queisser and recombination). Proposed fundamental governing mathematical models and associated variables for this new process are provided as a starting point, with the main goal being to illuminate this concept for other scientists and engineers to add their expertise and ingenuity to make such systems a commercial reality if it is practical to do so. A potential real-world application would be an on-board solar charging panel for electric vehicles, and similar applications where space is limited and maximum power density from a solar panel is desirable

James Bushong Jr

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