Results for tag: "Satellite Solar Cell Materials"

In the satellite communications industry, solar cell materials play a crucial role as they are responsible for converting solar energy into electrical power to operate satellites. These materials must adhere to stringent requirements due to the harsh conditions of space, including radiation, temperature extremes, and the need for long-term reliability. Traditional solar cells for satellites have often been based on high-efficiency multi-junction gallium arsenide (GaAs) compounds, which provide a good balance between efficiency and resistance to space environment conditions. Emerging technologies are exploring the use of advanced materials such as perovskite and other novel photovoltaic substances that could potentially offer improvements in efficiency, weight reduction, and manufacturability. Several companies are notable in the satellite solar cell materials market. SolAero Technologies is a leading provider of high-efficiency solar cells, solar panels, and composite structural products for satellite and aerospace applications. Another key player is Spectrolab, a subsidiary of Boeing, which supplies multi-junction solar cells and panels. Azur Space Solar Power is known for developing solar cells based on III-V semiconductors for space and terrestrial concentrator photovoltaic systems. Lastly, EMCORE Corporation specializes in the design and manufacture of compound semiconductor-based components, including solar photovoltaic products for satellite power systems. Show Less Read more