Photovoltaic bracket raw material testing project

What materials are used in solar PV mounting brackets?

In the solar PV mounting bracket industry chain, the upstream is mainly composed of bulk metal materials such as steel and electromechanical components such as rotary reducer. The overall market pattern of the upstream is relatively dispersed and the supply is relatively adequate.

How big is the solar PV tracking bracket market?

According to Wood Mackenzie, the global solar PV tracking bracket shipment reached 44GW in 2020. With reduction in cost, increase in stability and the application of double-sided modules, the shipment of solar PV tracking bracket will reach 110 GW in 2025 globally, with a market space of nearly 60 billion RMB (about USD 9 billion).

Is material supply a bottleneck for PV deployment?

Concerns on material supply for PV deployment have been widely discussed in the literature. Thus, bottleneck risks for different PV technologies and metals have been assessed [ , , , , , , , , , ]. However, several research gaps could be identified.

How does a hot-spot test affect a photovoltaic module?

The hot-spot test motivated manufacturers to use bypass diodes, which protect the modules when the photocurrent generated by each cell shows variations because of partial shading or cell damage. These three changes helped to avoid important design flaws, thus dramatically decreasing failure rates.

What is the IEA photovoltaic power systems programme?

The IEA Photovoltaic Power Systems Programme (IEA PVPS) is one of the TCP’s within the IEA and was established in 1993. The mission of the programme is to “enhance the international collaborative efforts which facilitate the role of photovoltaic solar energy as a cornerstone in the transition to sustainable energy systems.”

Are PV installations a major challenge for the recycling sector?

PV installations remain however fairly recent which represents a major challenge for the recycling sector. 95% of the current global PV capacity was installed from 2010 onwards and will therefore be available for recycling at the earliest by 2035, assuming a 25 years’ lifespan.