Researchers develop grooved glass to boost high-angle light capture in facade solar

A Chinese research team designed a periodic groove glass structure that reduces reflection and improves light capture for building-integrated photovoltaic modules while remaining compatible with existing manufacturing processes.

First covered Jul 21, 2026 · 2:27 AM PT · 1 article

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13h PV Magazine Periodic groove glass boosts high-angle light capture for facade PV — A research team in China has developed a periodic groove glass structure to improve light capture in facade-mounted PV modules.

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