Title :
Building integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) module design & experience in Japan
Author :
Takehara, Tetsuo ; Hayashi, Hidenori
Author_Institution :
Asahi Glass Co. Ltd., Tokyo, Japan
Abstract :
Glass/glass laminated, semi-transparent BIPV module design and its application in Japan are discussed. Advantages of frameless design such as DPG (dot point glazing) and MPG (metal point glazing) and its advantages are emphasized. Large size semi-transparent type with crystalline silicon cells integrated in two sheets of tempered glass maximizes the architects design and durability requirement. Single responsibility through design, manufacturing and installation is also discussed.
Keywords :
building integrated photovoltaics; durability; elemental semiconductors; glass; modules; silicon; solar cells; solar power; Japan; building integrated photovoltaic module design; crystalline silicon cells; dot point glazing; durability; glass-glass laminated module; metal point glazing; tempered glass;
Conference_Titel :
Photovoltaic Energy Conversion, 2003. Proceedings of 3rd World Conference on
Conference_Location :
Osaka, Japan
Print_ISBN :
4-9901816-0-3
