Niche Wind & Solar

Research focused on addressing outlier aspects of solar and wind energy in industrial use cases, particularly in developing markets, is vital as it can resolve critical challenges that hinder widespread adoption. These outlier aspects encompass issues such as energy storage, grid integration, and adaptability to local conditions.

By tackling these outliers, research can enhance the reliability and resilience of renewable energy systems, making them more practical and effective in diverse and resource-constrained environments.

This, in turn, accelerates the transition towards clean energy, fosters economic growth, and helps communities in developing markets access sustainable and affordable power, ultimately contributing to global energy sustainability and equitable development.

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Self healing solar paint.

The research focuses on optimizing the output of solar energy by developing effective solar coatings for solar cells, aiming to prolong the lifespan of devices like solar cells, cars, and jets. Currently, there's limited knowledge about the selection of materials for solar coatings that offer both high stability and good adhesion properties.

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Nano-coatings.

The overarching goal is to identify cost-effective and stable materials that enhance device longevity. The research aims to propose and manufacture nano-coatings with various desirable properties, including anti-corrosion, waterproofing, non-stick, antibacterial, thermal barrier, anti-abrasion, self-healing, anti-reflection, and anti-graffiti features, to extend the shelf-life of devices while improving their performance.

Anti-reflective is the goal.

The central hypothesis of this work posits that achieving extremely high solar-to-electricity conversion efficiencies in photovoltaic devices necessitates the utilization of anti-reflective coatings to preserve energy. The rationale behind this research is that its completion will unveil materials capable of providing anti-reflective, anti-corrosion, and self-cleaning functionalities. Additionally, the project aims to create a versatile platform for evaluating methods to reduce the generation of hot electrons in solar cells, which can negatively impact efficiency and the overall lifespan of solar cells.

Which research team is working on it?

Dr. Penny Mathumba

Why is this research important?

This research is crucial for the future of clean energy as it directly enhances the efficiency of photovoltaic devices, which are fundamental to renewable energy generation. The development of anti-reflective coatings can significantly boost the energy capture from solar panels, increasing their overall effectiveness. Moreover, by extending the lifespan of these devices through materials with anti-corrosion properties, this research contributes to the long-term sustainability and economic viability of clean energy solutions, facilitating their widespread adoption and reducing our reliance on fossil fuels.

Investor value?

1. The development of multifunctional nano-coatings with anti-corrosion, anti-reflective, self-healing, and other properties presents a unique selling point. These coatings have the potential to disrupt multiple industries beyond solar cells, such as automotive, aerospace, and electronics, offering diverse revenue streams and market applications.
2. Investors are drawn to research projects that offer the potential for breakthrough innovations. This research, with its focus on advanced coatings and novel materials, presents opportunities for patentable technologies and competitive advantages in the clean energy market.

Self healing paint for mobiles, aircraft and solar panels

Niche Wind & Solar

Self healing solar paint.

Nano-coatings.

Anti-reflective is the goal.

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