With advancements in photovoltaic, material and chemical sciences, and notable leaps in semiconductor manufacturing technologies, solar cells are definitely gaining ground. Yet, they are unable to compete with other energy sources for fuelling mainstream devices. But hope is in sight.
The untransformed energy in a solar battery system can result into premature aging of the solar cells. A Maximum Power Point (MPP) converter may provide a partial solution to the problem, but it needs to be redesigned to survive a battery failure.
With recent approval of the ambitious National Solar Mission, and key players diversifying into the solar domain, the Indian solar industry is expected to grow fast. |