Silicon solar cells and PV modules

High-performance silicon solar cells – from materials to mass production

Research activities at ISFH in the field of silicon photovoltaics are carried out by six closely interconnected groups: Materials research, Industrial solar cells, Next generation solar cells, Fabrication, Photovoltaics special module production, and Solar cell characterization. Together, they pursue the goal of developing high-efficiency, cost-optimized, and industry-ready solar cells and PV modules that contribute to the reindustrialization of PV production in Europe.

Holistic research approach

At the heart of our work is silicon – the world’s leading semiconductor material in photovoltaics. To fully harness its potential, our research covers the entire value chain: from material analysis and defect engineering to the development of high-efficiency solar cells and PV modules, all the way to performance characterization, simulation-based optimization, and module-relevant manufacturing.

Next generation cell and module technologies

We explore novel solar cell architectures, including tandem cells with perovskites that offer exceptional efficiency potential. Our focus lies on industrial scalability, material stability, and the development of suitable manufacturing processes. The seamless integration of cell and module design ensures rapid transfer from lab-scale innovation to application-ready technologies.

Flexible, tailored, scalable

Our expertise spans classical cell characterization, process development, and customized module manufacturing. We create solutions for specialized applications – such as building integration, vehicle photovoltaics, and industrial or research use. Advanced interconnection techniques and prototype module construction ensure high quality up to full system integration.