24-10-2012, 02:39 PM
13th Workshop on Crystalline Silicon Solar Cell Materials and Processes
ABSTRACT
The 13th Workshop discussion sessions addressed recent progress, critical issues in implementing new technologies, and
the role of fundamental R&D in the growing PV industry. For the first time, we included a rump session, which was held on
Sunday evening, August 10. This session included a panel of representatives, from various photovoltaic companies, who led
a discussion of ‘R&D Challenges in Si PV.’ A special poster/presentation session was held on Monday evening, August 11,
in which NREL/DOE subcontractors highlighted their results of research performed during the current subcontract period.
This session served as a subcontract review. The workshop offered special sessions to discuss: (1) High-Efficiency Si Solar
Cells, which reviewed progress made in implementing high-efficiency Si solar cell fabrication processes in the manufacturing
environment; (2) Advanced Processing, as future potential approaches for making Si solar cells; (3) Commercial Issues, which
addressed basic understanding behind recent processes that have been used by the PV industry; and (4) Automation and
Equipment, to address capabilities and requirements of new manufacturing equipment.