The Journal of Space Commerce

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Perovskite Solar Cells Being Developed for Use in Space

Closing The Efficiency Gap with Traditional Solar Cells

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Tom Patton
Feb 19, 2024
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Perovskite solar cells tailored for space applications are being developed by Merida Aerospace, a Tampa, FL-based aerospace company, with a specific emphasis on enhancing performance and economy for low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites.

"Perovskite solar cells have demonstrated remarkable resilience to high-energy radiation in space conditions, thanks to a s…

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