Efficient Solar Photovoltaic Wafer Production
Lower cost solar energy moves closer to reality as 1366 Tech raises cash for commercializing its production process. …
… “1366’s Direct Wafer technology forms a 156mm multi-crystalline wafer directly from molten silicon in a semi-continuous, capital- and silicon-efficient process.
This is in stark contrast to standard multi-crystalline wafer manufacturing which involves a multi-step, batch process of ingot casting, blocking, squaring, and sawing that wastes up to 50% of the high-value silicon.
By using standard silicon feedstocks and producing compatible wafers, Direct Wafer integrates into the existing silicon photovoltaic supply chain, providing cost savings to cell customers without added complexity.” …
Via 1366 Technologies: Growth Financing.
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