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Results of the APolloN PRoject ANd coNceNtRAtiNg PhotovoltAic PeRsPective
7. The improvement in the optical performance obtained in this project but, generally speaking, by other groups,
too, and in particular regarding the acceptance angle, encourages to direct the future research and development
towards the design and fabrication of lenses and mirrors with higher concentration capability to further reduce
the CPV system cost.
8. Expanding large scale manufacturing of the CPV components and module assembling with advanced and
fexible production it is another important objective to be accomplished. Complete process automation for CPV
system production is mandatory to decrease the cost and guarantee industry survival in the competition against
Countries with low manpower costs.
9. Providing support to demonstration initiatives will also be important to increase the CPV technology data base
on reliability and production yield and then enhance its bankability.
10. Research into ways to reduce the soiling effect is another important subject to maintain CPV system yield high
and reduce maintenance costs. Alternative nanostructured antirefection coatings should be developed to further
enhance the module effciency.
11. The use of sustainable and highly recyclable material should be the subject of continuous research to reduce the
environmental impact.
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