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Colin Sillerud of CFV Labs discusses how PV modules have become weaker as a result of their growing surface area and diminishing frame sizes.

Outdated misconceptions about the toxicity and waste of solar PV modules are hindering the adoption of this technology, according to NREL.

The US Department of Energy (DOE) has found that a “hybrid polymer material” in perovskite cells could minimise weather-based degradation.

This year at SNEC, the booth of Quanwei Solar Technology (QW Solar) attracted many visitors to participate in its interactive experiments.

Kiwa PVEL's experts explain the record Top Performer in this year's Scorecard, and the surge in failures at the manufacturer and BOM levels.

The harsh conditions of desert regions can undermine the performance of modules, although the impact of which is not adequately addressed.

PV Tech Power spoke with Lukas Jakisch of PV testing company TÜV Rheinland about the developments and challenges facing the sector.

Fei Lu and Stephen Xuereb of PI Berlin offer an overview of the present trends in module quality assurance and likely future challenges.

Colin Sillerud at CFV Labs suggests that changes in module design have led to a weakening of mechanical stability in modules.

Following a decade of technological innovation and geopolitical challenges, PV Tech Power revisits the issue of module quality.