Photovoltaic pv cells are the powerhouse unit of the entire solar energy industry.
How to solar panels works.
Solar panels actually comprise many smaller units.
Solar panels work by absorbing sunlight with photovoltaic cells generating direct current dc energy and then converting it to usable alternating current ac energy with the help of inverter technology.
Solar photovoltaic pv panels are based on a high tech but remarkably simple technology that converts sunlight directly to electricity.
Simply put a solar panel works by allowing photons or particles of light to knock electrons free from atoms generating a flow of electricity.
In 1839 french scientist edmond becquerel discovered that certain materials would give off sparks of electricity when struck with sunlight.
It s an idea that has been around for well over a century.