Abstract
Methods, systems and apparatus for a solar cell integrating photovoltaic and thermoelectric cell elements to form a hybrid solar cell. The cell has increased efficiency and longevity by combining operations of the photovoltaic and thermoelectric elements in at least three different modes of operation to increase electrical output per unit of panel area and to increase cell life, improve performance, and provide operational benefits under different environmental conditions.
Document Type
Patent
Patent Number
US 8,420,926
Application Serial Number
12/243,431
Issue Date
4-16-2013
Current Assignee
UCFRF
Assignee at Issuance
UCFRF
College
Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC)
Department
FSEC
Allowance Date
1-17-2013
Filing Date
10-1-2008
Assignee at Filing
UCFRF
Filing Type
Nonprovisional Application Record
Donated
no
Recommended Citation
Hickman, Nicoleta and Reedy, Robert, "Hybrid Solar Cell Integrating Photovoltaic and Thermoelectric Cell Elements for High Efficiency and Longevity." (2013). UCF Patents. 250.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/patents/250