Using a microgroove design on plastic film, their solar cells are lightweight, cost-effective, and adaptable to unconventional surfaces, making them ideal for rooftops and emerging markets. Unlike traditional solar panels, this design features back-contact technology, simplifying manufacturing while enhancing efficiency.

Their research relied on precise thin-film deposition, enabled by our Angstrom vacuum coater with e-beam and thermal sources. This ensured uniform, high-purity perovskite layers, critical for performance and stability. Advanced X-ray nanoprobe microscopy at Diamond Light Source further optimized material properties.

With over a decade of collaboration, Power Roll and the University of Sheffield are driving the future of sustainable solar technology. We’re proud to support their journey with our deposition solutions, advancing the global transition to clean energy.

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