A solar panel is a set of solar photovoltaic modules electrically connected and mounted on a supporting structure. The solar panel can be used as a large photovoltaic system to generate and supply electricity in commercial and residential applications.
Each module is rated by its DC output power under Standard Test Conditions (STC) and typically ranges from 100 to 320 Watts.
Solar modules use light energy (protons) from the sun to generate electricity through the photovoltaic effect. The majority of modules use wafer based crystalline silicon cells or thin-film cells based on Cadmium Telluride or Silicon.
The structural member of a module can either be the top layer or the back layer. Cells must also be protected from mechanical damage and moisture.
Most solar modules are rigid, but semi-flexible ones are available based on thin-film cells.
These early solar modules were first used in space in 1958.
Re-newable energy is becoming a fact of life these days and as such, its changing the face of our landscape, be it wind turbines or solar panels.
This cache has been placed on the route of our regular dog walk and we’ve watched this solar field develop and change the view of the landscape.
The cache is a micro due to this being a popular dog walk, although at times you can walk this route and see no one!
Being a micro there is no room for swaps. But we’ve attached a trolley coin to the cache for the FTF. Oh and bring your own pen.
Please re-hide as found. Enjoy!!
This cache is dedicated to our beloved Spaniel Jake who passed away Sunday 23rd March 2014.And also to our beloved Lurcher/terrier Rosie who passed away Wednesday 2nd July 2014. Congratulations to MaidinDevon for FTF