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March 10,2026

University of Western Ontario Creates Laminate-Free Polycarbonate Solar Modules

Researchers at the University of Western Ontario have developed a laminate-free solar module using polycarbonate (PC) as an encapsulant, replacing traditional EVA. The design enables easy disassembly, recycling, and circular reuse of PV cells while maintaining mechanical robustness and IP68-equivalent water resistance.

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