Abstract: Embodiments related to solar modules and their manufacture are disclosed. In one embodiment, a solar module may include first and second solar cells with first and second interconnection wires disposed on upper and lower surfaces of one and/or both of the solar cells, and a cross-connect wire disposed between the solar cells and electrically connected to the first and second interconnection wires. A portion of each of the first and second interconnection wires may be removed to electrically isolate the upper surfaces from the lower surfaces of each solar cell while retaining an electrical connection between the upper surface of one cell with the lower surface of the adjoining solar cell through the cross-connect wire. In some embodiments, the first and second interconnection wires may be arranged as a plurality of offset wires located on opposing sides of the solar cells which may reduce stresses applied to the solar cells.