RETHINKING PV TECHNOLOGY: AN INNOVATIVE SYSTEM FOR ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES

摘要

The purpose of the study we summarize in this paper is to increase energy power output not by electronical or chemical processes but only by geometry. What we propose here is a novel photovoltaic system composed of curve PV cells. The innovation consists of getting free cells of panels. Designing curve PV cells is a way for increasing power output due to both exposing the most PV surfaces possible over a limited area and triggering a series of solar rays reflections. Appropriate arrangements and distances of PV cells within aluminum frames would trigger a series of solar rays' reflections not only within a single cell but also among cells guaranteeing natural cooling. Considering its performances photovoltaic technology could be an important support within the domain of "Intelligent Heritage". Our PV system is thought to be installed at archaeological sites for both historical heritage preservation and visual presentation to visitors. Therefore, cultural heritage presentation can rely on photovoltaic technology to show 3D virtual reconstructions of lost "data" over historical remains. In conclusion, the intention of this contribution is to give an update on our activities concerning the increasing of efficiencies on PV devices by reducing land consumption and visual impact. The study, not still tested, can be useful for further investigation on the potentiality of our integrated system.