Solar Technology
Company History
Products
Applications
Innovations
100

This process converts sunlight directly into electricity.

What is photovoltaics?

100

Spectrolab was founded in this year.

What is 1956?

100

This type of solar panel is designed for space applications.

What are space solar cells?

100

Solar technology from Spectrolab is commonly used in this type of vehicle.

What are satellites?

100

This term describes the latest advancements in solar cell technology.

What is solar innovation?

200

What is conversion efficiency?

This type of solar cell is known for its high efficiency and is made from a single crystal structure.

200
Who founded Spectrolab?

Alfred Mann

200

Spectrolab's high-efficiency solar cells are often used in this type of satellite.

What are geostationary satellites?

200

This application of solar technology involves using mirrors to focus sunlight.

What is concentrated solar power?

200

Spectrolab is known for developing this type of solar cell that can capture a broader spectrum of sunlight.

What are multi-junction solar cells?

300

What is monocrystalline silicon?

This is the primary benefit of using solar energy over fossil fuels.

300

Spectrolab is headquartered in this U.S. state.

What is California?

300

This product line focuses on solar panels for terrestrial applications.

What are terrestrial solar modules?

300

Spectrolab's products are used in this industry for powering remote installations.

What is telecommunications?

300

This innovative feature allows solar panels to operate efficiently in low-light conditions.

What is low-light performance?

400

This is the primary benefit of using solar energy over fossil fuels.  

What is sustainability?

400

The original focus of Spectrolab was on this type of technology before expanding to solar.

What is aerospace technology?

400

Spectrolab's solar cells are known for their use in this type of renewable energy system.

What is concentrated solar power (CSP)?

400

This type of energy generation uses solar panels to produce electricity for homes and businesses.

What is residential solar energy?

400

Spectrolab's research focuses on improving this aspect of solar cells to enhance their lifespan.

What is durability?

500

This technology allows solar panels to track the sun's movement for increased energy capture.

What is solar tracking?

500

This milestone was achieved by Spectrolab in 2019, marking a significant advancement in solar cell efficiency.

What is achieving over 39% efficiency in multi-junction solar cells?

500

This product is designed to maximize energy output in limited space.

What are high-efficiency multi-junction solar cells?

500

Spectrolab's technology is crucial for this type of renewable energy system that integrates with the grid.

What is grid-tied solar systems?

500

This cutting-edge technology involves integrating solar cells with building materials.

What is building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV)?