Solar panels, technically called photovoltaic modules, are the most visible component of any PV system. These devices convert sunlight directly into electricity through the photovoltaic effect, where photons knock electrons loose from silicon atoms to create electrical current.
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After passing a barrage of tests — including mechanical stress, hail stress and thermal cycling — solar panels are given their stamp of approval and can be installed with few concerns about performance in the field.
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