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Fiber Optics Could Provide New Options For Photovoltaics

Submitted by Stefan Wray on Mon, 11/16/2009 - 3:32am
Publication Date: 
Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:32:49 +0000
Time Stamp: 
1258360369
Original URL: 
http://www.alternative-energy-news.info/fiber-optics-photovoltaics/

When we think about going solar we make a mental picture of large heavy panels adorning one’s rooftop. But researchers are trying to get rid of bulky solar panels. They are aiming to achieve this feat with the help of zinc oxide nanostructures grown on optical fibers and coated with dye-sensitized solar cell materials. [...]
Posted in: Inventions, PhotoVoltaics, Solar Power