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2011 Lecture 17: Modules, Systems, and Reliability
Description: Module manufacturing: encapsulation materials, availability, trends. Systems: Grid-tied and stand-alone, tracking and non-tracking. System components, including balance of systems components. Design criteria, tradeoffs, costs. Building integration, BIPV. Scaling, and power grid integration. Appropriate technology selection. Life cycle analysis. Failure: failure modes in stationary and tracking systems, accelerated testing, field testing, service and warranty contracts. Fire safety.
Instructor: Prof. Tonio Buonassisi
Modules, Systems, and Reliability (PDF - 2.7MB)
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Articles referenced in this lecture:
- Wesoff, Eric. “Solar Module Pricing: $1.03 per Watt for c-Si.” Greentech Media, Oct 14, 2011.
- Campbell, Carolyn. “US Has an Average Solar System Price for $5.20/W.” Greentech Media, Oct 17, 2011.
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