Solar cells can generate electricity even when it is cloudy or rainy

Recently, researchers at the University of Queensland have applied quantum dot technology to the production of solar panels, thereby helping to create panels that can operate in adverse weather conditions. like clouds or rain.

This solar cell can generate electricity even when left indoors.

According to the team, they are in the process of finishing it to be able to commercialize this product soon - when it is cheaper, more optimal in generating electricity, and much more applicable than those. Traditional solar panels. As Professor Lianzhou Wang, who led the research, their product "weighs even the weather conditions in the UK".

"Basically, our solar panels can generate electricity even when placed indoors , or when it is cloudy or foggy. Besides, they are transparent and extremely soft, so can be used in new generation electric cars or on the windows of homes. "

According to the team's explanation, the quantum dots in a solar cell when exposed to light will transmit electrons to each other, thereby creating an electric current. Thanks to quantum dot technology, they have created solar panels with 25% higher efficiency than the traditional record of solar cells manufactured.

"This technology has great potential for future solar panels, and will be applicable to wearable technology devices."

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