GC: n
CT: Photovoltaic cells are connected electrically in series and/or parallel circuits to produce higher voltages, currents and power levels. Photovoltaic modules consist of PV cell circuits sealed in an environmentally protective laminate, and are the fundamental building blocks of PV systems. Photovoltaic panels include one or more PV modules assembled as a pre-wired, field-installable unit. A photovoltaic array is the complete power-generating unit, consisting of any number of PV modules and panels.
S: http://www.fsec.ucf.edu/en/consumer/solar_electricity/basics/cells_modules_arrays.htm (last access: 23 December 2014)
N: 1. A number of photovoltaic cells electrically inter-connected and mounted together, usually in a common sealed unit or panel of convenient size for shipping, handling, and assembling into arrays.
2. Studies indicate that the cheapest method of mounting the solar modules is to integrate them into the roofing as indicated in Fig. 14.2(a) so that they form the dual role of generating electricity and providing protection from the elements. Source 5, fiche 1, Anglais, Contexte 1 – photovoltaic%20module
3. (PV modules constitute) the smallest environmentally protected, essentially planar assembly of solar cells and ancillary parts, such as interconnections, terminals, (and protective devices such as diodes) intended to generate direct current power under unconcentrated sunlight.
S: 1, 2 & 3. TERMIUM PLUS (last access: 23 December 2014).
SYN: solar panel, photovoltaic panel, PV panel, solar module, PV module, photovoltaic solar panel, solar-cell panel.
S: GDT (last access: 23 December 2014)
