Next generation, very high efficiency thin silicon cells

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A new type of thin silicon solar cell, with an efficiency potential of 21% or greater, is to be developed and characterized. These cells should be cheaper, and have better efficiency, power to weight ratio and radiation tolerance than existing commercial silicon solar cells opening interesting possible applications. Novel solar cell designs and associated interconnection and encapsulation schemes for the cells suitable for space and high altitude aircraft applications superior to existing technologies are expected to be developed. This should lead to a new, internationally competitive Australian industry.