Solar Power Optimizers
Solar power optimizer or DC optimizer is a DC to DC conversion device mounted on each PV module to optimize power output. It employs the MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) algorithm to do the optimization.
Micro inverters
Micro-inverters are a type of solar inverters that tie to each panel individually and convert DC produced by that panel into AC. The outputs from all the micro-inverters are then combined to be consumed by various electric loads.
Perovskite
Perovskite is a compound material that is widely available in Earth's mantle. A curious fact about the perovskite is that although it is one the most abundant minerals on Earth and makes 38% of its mass we hardly ever see it.
Li-Fi network
Li-Fi is a wireless technology using visible light to receive and transmit data. The term was coined by the inventor of this technology Harald Haas.
Airborne LIDAR
LiDAR is the acronym for Light Detection and Ranging. It is a technology to measure the distance to a target by a laser pulse. A sensor detects a reflected beam and calculates the distance based on time and wavelengths.
Building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV)
Building-integrated photovoltaics are the PV materials used during construction of a building. These materials are used on the building roof, skylight or facade to capture sunlight.