solar design by martín ferrero arquitectura
<p>the spanish architecture firm shows the potential of hexagonal photovoltaic laminated glass through a series of environmentally conscious yet dynamic designs. </p>
‘solar design’ by martín ferrero arquitectura
madrid-based architect martin ferrero has sent us a preview his research on hexagonal photovoltaic laminated glass for curved building-integrated photovoltaics BIPV systems. the system is based on a-Si (amorphous silicon) thin-film technology and serves to ensure complete photovoltaic integration while allowing for curved structures.
the photovoltaic glass is produced by projecting fine layers of amorphous silicon onto glass with high optical transmittance. special lasers are then used to design and interconnect the cells that make up the unit. the use of hydrogenated amorphous silicon as an absorbent material eliminates many of the problems found with crystalline silicon when it is used for a BIPV system. the potential of this technology can be applied to a variety of structures including stadiums, private homes, charging stations and, eventually, electronic roads.
hexagonal solar skin
charging station
the solar sculpture by martín ferrero arquitectura
overview of hexagon by martí n ferrero arquitectura
solar powered EV charging station by martín ferrero arquitectura
detail of hexagonal cells
process image of solar powered cells being placed on a wire frame
single enerlis solar power glass curtain unit
a section of a solar curtain wall as it is being assembled
fabrication process of amorphous silicon photovoltaic panels
architect martín ferrero by a display showing the variety of colors and pattens in which the glass can be manufactured
glass produced by soliker
