Abstract: Disclosed is a solar cell module, which comprises a solar cell module comprising a light transmitting element, a front encapsulant layer, a plurality of solar cells spaced from each other, a back encapsulant layer, and an encapsulation backsheet disposed in the module's thickness direction, the plurality of solar cells together forming a matrix which comprises a plurality of solar cell strings parallel with each other, each solar cell string being made up of a plurality of solar cells connected in series, there being a string gap formed between every two adjacent solar cell strings, and there being a cell gap formed between adjacent solar cells in each solar cell string, wherein the solar cell module further comprises a plurality of light redirecting films each of which comprises an optical structure, the light redirecting films being disposed on the solar cells' back surfaces opposite to their light receiving surfaces or the encapsulation backsheet's surface within the solar cell module, such that they spati

Abstract: The present invention provides a solar cell module, which comprises: a back panel, a rear package layer, a plurality of mutually spaced solar cells, a front package layer, and a light-transmissive element, which are successively disposed along a thickness direction of the solar cell module. The solar cell module further comprises at least one light redirecting film, each light redirecting film comprising an optical structure layer. The light redirecting film is disposed on a surface, opposite to the side where the solar cells are located, of the rear package layer; the position of the light redirecting film corresponds to a region between the solar cells. The optical structure layer faces the rear package layer, such that the optical structure layer reflects the light towards an interface between the light-transmissive element and the air; and the light is then totally internally reflected to light-facing surfaces of the solar cells.

Abstract: Disclosed is a solar cell module, which comprises: a plurality of solar cells; a light transmitting element disposed on the light receiving side of the plurality of solar cells; a front encapsulant layer between the plurality of solar cells and the light transmitting element; a plurality of tabbing ribbons disposed on the light receiving surfaces of the plurality of solar cells for connecting the plurality of solar cells; and a light redirecting film disposed upon the on-the-cell portion of at least one said tabbing ribbon; the light redirecting film comprises an optical structure layer facing the light transmitting element, for reflecting light toward the interface between the light transmitting element and the air, which light is subsequently totally internally reflected back to the surfaces of the solar cells, wherein the thickness of the light redirecting film is between 20 ?m and 115 ?m, and the gram weight of the front encapsulant layer is between 400 g/m2 and 500 g/m2.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a flexible sunlight redirecting film, a photovoltaic module, a light redirecting film and a method of making a sunlight redirecting film. The flexible sunlight redirecting film includes a plurality of microstructures that extend away from a plane of the film. A second layer is disposed on and conforms to the microstructures of the first layer. The second layer is configured to redirect sunlight impinging on the second layer. A third layer comprising a thermally activated adhesive is disposed over the second layer.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a device, a solar cell module, a method of making a flexible sunlight redirecting film, a method of installing a solar cell module at an installation site, and a method of making a solar cell module. A sunlight redirecting film comprises a first layer having a first major surface and a second major surface that includes a plurality of structures. A largest triangle that can be inscribed in a cross section of each structure taken perpendicular to the first surface has first and second facets extending away from the first major surface to a peak of the triangle. A length of the first facet differs from a length of the second facet by at least 10%. The sunlight redirecting film also comprises a second layer disposed on and conforming to the structures. The second layer is configured to redirect sunlight impinging on the second layer.

Abstract: A coating composition is provided comprising nanoparticles and certain silane compounds. When applied to articles, particularly glass articles, the coating that is formed is resistant to soiling by both dry dust and wet soil.

Abstract: Provided are reactive compositions for making a polyurethane-based rain-erosion protective coating for rotor blades, the reactive composition comprising an isocyanate-reactive component and an isocyanate-functional component and wherein the isocyanate-reactive component comprises a first component i) being a short chain hydroxyl-functional compound having two terminal (?-?) hydroxyl groups, a molecular weight of less than 250 g/mole and containing at least 2 carbon atoms and a second component ii) comprising a high molecular weight hydroxyl-functional compound having two terminal (?-?) hydroxyl groups and a molecular weight of at least 250 g/mol and comprising one or more units selected from oxyalkylene units and polyoxyalkylene units and wherein the isocyanate-functional component is an isocyanate prepolymer of the general formula NCO—Z—NCO, wherein Z is a linking group comprising at least two urethane (—NH—CO—O—) units and additionally one or more units selected from alkylenes, oxyalkylenes, polyoxyalkylen

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to adhesives useful in preventing drifting during lamination of light redirecting films applied to photovoltaic cells. The adhesives of the present disclosure have other useful applications in bonding and/or affixing other solar energy components.

Abstract: Provided are reactive compositions for making a polyurethane-based rain-erosion protective coating for rotor blades, the reactive composition comprising an isocyanate-reactive component and an isocyanate-functional component and wherein the isocyanate-reactive component comprises a first component i) being a short chain hydroxyl-functional compound having two terminal (???) hydroxyl groups, a molecular weight of less than 250 g/mole and containing at least 2 carbon atoms and a second component ii) comprising a high molecular weight hydroxyl-functional compound having two terminal (???) hydroxyl groups and a molecular weight of at least 250 g/mol and comprising one or more units selected from oxyalkylene units and polyoxyalkylene units and wherein the isocyanate-functional component is an isocyanate prepolymer of the general formula NCO—Z—NCO, wherein Z is a linking group comprising at least two urethane (—NH—CO—O—) units and additionally one or more units selected from alkylenes, oxyalkylenes, polyoxyalkyl

Abstract: Provided are reactive compositions for making a polyurethane-based rain-erosion protective coating for rotor blades, the reactive composition comprising an isocyanate-reactive component and an isocyanate-functional component and wherein the isocyanate-reactive component comprises a first component i) being a short chain hydroxyl-functional compound having two terminal (?-?) hydroxyl groups, a molecular weight of less than 250 g/mole and containing at least 2 carbon atoms and a second component ii) comprising a high molecular weight hydroxyl-functional compound having two terminal (?-?) hydroxyl groups and a molecular weight of at least 250 g/mol and comprising one or more units selected from oxyalkylene units and polyoxyalkylene units and wherein the isocyanate-functional component is an isocyanate prepolymer of the general formula NCO—Z—NCO, wherein Z is a linking group comprising at least two urethane (—NH—CO—O—) units and additionally one or more units selected from alkylenes, oxyalkylenes, polyoxyalkylen

Abstract: A coating composition is provided comprising nanoparticles and certain polymers comprising carboxylic acid groups or salts thereof. When applied to articles, the coating is resistant to soiling by both dry dust and wet soil. Coated articles and methods of applying coatings are also described herein.

Abstract: A coating composition is provided comprising nanoparticles and certain silane compounds. When applied to articles, particularly glass articles, the coating that is formed is resistant to soiling by both dry dust and wet soil.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to anti-soiling compositions, methods of applying anti-soiling compositions, and equipment for applying anti-soiling compositions. In some embodiments, the present disclosure relates to a method of forming a durable coating on a glass substrate, comprising: (1) applying a coating composition to a glass substrate, the applied coating composition having a thickness of greater than 4 microns; the coating composition consisting essentially of about 0.25% to about 10% by weight of non-oxidizing nanoparticles, an acid, and water; (2) allowing the coating composition to remain on the glass substrate for at least an amount of time sufficient to permit at least some of the nanoparticles to bond to the glass substrate; (3) reducing the thickness of the coating composition to about 0.25 to 4 microns, and (4) evaporating at least some of the water to form the durable coating.

Abstract: Provided are reactive compositions for making a polyurethane-based rain-erosion protective coating for rotor blades, the reactive composition comprising an isocyanate-reactive component and an isocyanate-functional component and wherein the isocyanate-reactive component comprises a first component i) being a short chain hydroxyl-functional compound having two terminal (?-?) hydroxyl groups, a molecular weight of less than 250 g/mole and containing at least 2 carbon atoms and a second component ii) comprising a high molecular weight hydroxyl-functional compound having two terminal (?-?) hydroxyl groups and a molecular weight of at least 250 g/mol and comprising one or more units selected from oxyalkylene units and polyoxyalkylene units and wherein the isocyanate-functional component is an isocyanate prepolymer of the general formula NCO—Z—NCO, wherein Z is a linking group comprising at least two urethane (—NH—CO—O—) units and additionally one or more units selected from alkylenes, oxyalkylenes, polyoxyalkylen

Abstract: A method of making a flexible heat sink is provided.

Abstract: Provided is a flexible heat sink article comprising a base comprising a polymer and a plurality of polymeric protrusions extending away from the base, each protrusion having a major dimension and a minor dimension. The base comprises thermally conductive particles, and the protrusions comprise non-spherical thermally conductive particles substantially aligned in the direction of the major dimension within the protrusions. A thermal interface material may be provided contiguous with the base. Also provided is a flexible heat sink article comprising a base comprising a polymer and having a first surface and a second surface, a plurality of polymeric protrusions extending away from the first surface of the base, each protrusion having a major and a minor dimension, and a metallic layer contiguous with the second surface of the base, wherein the base and the protrusions comprise thermally conductive particles. Also provided is a method of making a flexible heat sink.

Abstract: Provided is a flexible heat sink article comprising a base comprising a polymer and a plurality of polymeric protrusions extending away from the base, each protrusion having a major dimension and a minor dimension. The base comprises thermally conductive particles, and the protrusions comprise non-spherical thermally conductive particles substantially aligned in the direction of the major dimension within the protrusions. A thermal interface material may be provided contiguous with the base. Also provided is a flexible heat sink article comprising a base comprising a polymer and having a first surface and a second surface, a plurality of polymeric protrusions extending away from the first surface of the base, each protrusion having a major and a minor dimension, and a metallic layer contiguous with the second surface of the base, wherein the base and the protrusions comprise thermally conductive particles. Also provided is a method of making a flexible heat sink.

Abstract: The present invention provides a multi-layer tape, comprising: a first adhesive layer comprising a pressure sensitive adhesive; a core layer having an outer surface, the first adhesive layer adhered to at least a portion of the outer surface; and fibrous reinforcing material dispersed within the core layer, the fibrous reinforcing material imparting stretch release properties to the tape. The tape may comprise a second adhesive layer wherein the outer surface comprises a first major surface and a second major surface, the first adhesive layer being adhered to the first major surface, and the second adhesive layer being adhered to the second major surface. A fire retardant may be disposed in any of the first adhesive layer, the second adhesive layer, and the core layer. The tape may be cleanly removable.

Abstract: The invention provides an assembly for the control and removal of fluids, the assembly comprising: A fluid control layer having a top side and a bottom side, the top side constructed to facilitate the evaporation or the flow of a fluid disposed thereon; a fire retardant material having a first major surface and a second major surface, the first major surface associated with the bottom side of the fluid control layer, the fire retardant material comprising a polymer; and an adhesive layer associated with the second major surface of the fire retardant material. A fluid management system for aircraft and a method for the use of the system in aircraft are also described.

Abstract: Provided is a flexible heat sink article comprising a base comprising a polymer and a plurality of polymeric protrusions extending away from the base, each protrusion having a major dimension and a minor dimension. The base comprises thermally conductive particles, and the protrusions comprise non-spherical thermally conductive particles substantially aligned in the direction of the major dimension within the protrusions. A thermal interface material may be provided contiguous with the base. Also provided is a flexible heat sink article comprising a base comprising a polymer and having a first surface and a second surface, a plurality of polymeric protrusions extending away from the first surface of the base, each protrusion having a major and a minor dimension, and a metallic layer contiguous with the second surface of the base, wherein the base and the protrusions comprise thermally conductive particles. Also provided is a method of making a flexible heat sink.