UNSW School of Photovoltaic & Renewable Energy Engineering
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Keith McIntosh - PV LIGHTHOUSE


Keith McIntosh, at UNSW SPREE, 27 August 2024

Keith McIntosh (53Min)

PV LIGHTHOUSE

Keith McIntosh speaks at UNSW SPREE

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Abstract

SunSolve is a simulation program for solar cells, modules and PV plants. Its powerful ray-tracing engine, SPICE solver and thermal models make it the most advanced approach to simulating PV devices and systems. ARENA has recently funded a project to turbo-charge the development of SunSolve, and as a part of that project, PV Lighthouse is making SunSolve available to all ACAP institutes. This seminar describes the capabilities of SunSolve and the opportunities it provides to PV researchers — whether they work in cells, modules or systems.

SunSolve is a valuable tool for PV groups needing simulation of tandems, HJTs, overcast spectra, thermal models, yield uncertainty, Mavericks, backsheets, texture, albedo, soiling, seasonal effects, electrical mismatch, etc.







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Brief Bio

Keith is the CEO and founder of PV Lighthouse, an Australian company that builds R&D software for the PV industry. He completed a PhD at the University of New South Wales in 2001, before working at SunPower (2001-2004), the Australian National University (2004-2011), and PV Lighthouse (2011-present). His expertise lies in the simulation and characterisation of PV solar cells, modules and systems. Keith has co-authored over 150 scientific articles and patents, and co-created some of the best known software in the PV industry.