Reliability of photovoltaics
We evaluate the reliability of new solar cells, materials, and PV modules under real-life conditions—across laboratory settings, outdoor field testing, and with custom module designs.
Durability and energy yield reliability in photovoltaics
Long-term durability and energy yield reliability are key factors for the economic operation of photovoltaic systems. At ISFH, we investigate how new solar cells, PV module components, and materials perform under real operating conditions—through outdoor field testing and artificial accelerated aging.
We are developing cost-efficient imaging-based characterization methods to enable fast quality control of PV systems, both in the field and in laboratory environments.
New innovations in PV module technology—such as perovskite-based solar modules—introduce additional challenges. That’s why we are continuously advancing our characterization and testing methods to meet the evolving demands of emerging technologies.
Projects in this topic area
AUTAGDRONE
Cost-effective inspection of industrial PV systems using self-sufficient, daylight-enabled drone electroluminescence measurements
ZUPER
Zuverlässigkeit und Performance von PV-Modulen, Systemen und Anwendungen
LongLife
Cost-efficient reliability of PV power plants and inverter technology – Clarification and prediction of aging & failure processes for device development and predictive maintenance as well as realization of practical solutions
LIEL
Ultra-fast PV park inspection using flexible, contactless light-induced electroluminescence
Task13-3
Management and collaboration in Task 13 ‘Performance, Operation and Reliability of Photovoltaic Systems’ Phase 2018 – 2021 within the Photovoltaic Power Systems (PVPS) Programme of the International Energy Agency (IEA)
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