The discussion centers on the differences between thin-film photovoltaic (PV) cells and crystalline silicon PV cells, focusing on their materials, fabrication processes, and potential trade-offs. Participants explore the characteristics of each type and seek clarification on multi-junction PV cells' classification.
Participants generally agree that there are significant differences in fabrication processes between thin-film and crystalline silicon PV cells, but the discussion remains unresolved regarding the specifics and implications of these differences.
Participants express uncertainty about the exact processes involved in thin-film PV cell production and the advantages of crystalline silicon fabrication, indicating a need for further exploration of these topics.
linklink said:What is the different between thin-film PV cell and crystalline silicon PV cell?
Are they using the same material but just differ in the fabrication process?
Does a multi-junction PV cell belongs to thin-film or crystalline type?
linklink said:What I know is, for crystalline silicon, we will first make a big pillar of silicon, then cut it into pieces (wafer). Something have to be done to the wafer but I don't know what is it exactly. And finally cut the wafer into small chips.
I totally know nothing about thin-film, but then I guess both of them are using the same material with different production method.