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Transparent solar cell technology could allow smartphones and cars to self-charge | Breakthrough in solar cell modularization paves way for commercial applications


A research team from the Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) in South Korea has developed transparent solar cell technology capable of directly charging a...

Why it matters: Scientists have been working on creating transparent solar cells for years, achieving various milestones that have brought the technology closer to commercial applications. The advancement addresses a key challenge in scaling transparent solar technology from individual cells to larger, practical modules that can be integrated into real-world applications. This innovation offers numerous applications, allowing for direct energy generation from sources like smartphone screens, car windows, and building facades.

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