电子与通信技术 知识专业英语（第4版）Unit 4 lesson 24.pptVIP

PART1 The word photovoltaic is a marriage of the words photo, which means light, and voltaic, which refers to the production of electricity. Photovoltaics (PV) is the field of technology and research related to the application of solar cells for energy by converting sunlight directly into electricity. Photovoltaics, or PV, is a green energy source that uses solar radiation in order to generate electric power. It is the most well - known method for turning solar radiation into usable electricity. In photovoltaics, energy from the sun is converted into electrical current using semiconductors. These semiconductors have a photovoltaic effect. During this process, the solar radiation excites electrons, which are then transferred between various bands, such as the conduction bands. This results in a build - up of voltage between the two electrodes in the cell. Photovoltaic technology requires a light source, and primarily depends on energy from the sun. Lesson 24 Photovoltaic Technology Text New word Notes Exercises Translation Vocabulary PART1 Lesson 24 Photovoltaic Technology Photovoltaics are typically seen in the form of solar panels. These solar panels contain a number of solar cells containing photovoltaic material. These panels can be found on roofs of buildings, including homes or businesses. In addition, solar panels can be ground mounted, such as in solar power plants and in the form of photovoltaic trees. Photovoltaic technology was first used in order to power satellites and spacecraft orbiting in space. However, due to an increase in the availability of photovoltaic technology as well as an increase in the demand for clean energy sources, solar panels are now commonly used for grid connected power generation. In addition, this technology can be used to power cars, boats, houses, roadside telephones, remote sensors on gates, and various aspects businesses such as zoos and parks. Since 2002, photovoltaic p