PV Gap

Diana Said:

How can a photovoltaic solar cell work in a circuit?

We Answered:

As a resistor whos value is varied by light intensity.

Sandra Said:

what are the advantages and disadvantages of flexable photovoltaic solar cells?

We Answered:

Flexible cells are printable much like solid state circuits which reduces their cost dramatically. Also, unlike delicate contemporary solar panels flexible cells are more durable and less vulnerable to weather. Typically solar panels should last 30-40 years but (concievably) flexible panels should last even longer.

Efficiency of solar panels between current and flexible cells is comparable with rates of 10-15% which is still not enough to make them really economical yet (unfortunately).