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Proposal for a Safety Qualification Program for Vehicle-Integrated PV Modules

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  • Jochen Markert

    (Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE, Heidenhofstrasse 2, 79110 Freiburg, Germany)

  • Christoph Kutter

    (Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE, Heidenhofstrasse 2, 79110 Freiburg, Germany)

  • Bonna Newman

    (TNO Energy Transition, Solar Energy, 1755 ZG Petten, The Netherlands)

  • Paul Gebhardt

    (Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE, Heidenhofstrasse 2, 79110 Freiburg, Germany)

  • Martin Heinrich

    (Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE, Heidenhofstrasse 2, 79110 Freiburg, Germany)

Abstract

We propose a safety qualification program for vehicle-integrated photovoltaic (VIPV) modules, which could serve as a simplification, thereby accelerating the homologation process of new vehicle designs. The basis is the current photovoltaic (PV) module safety qualification, as defined in IEC 61730:2016, which is compared to automotive norms and regulations because additional safety requirements have to be considered for PV modules used in this application. Therefore, testing based on regulations that concern electrical and electronic equipment in vehicles (ISO 16750), rupture safety of glass and laminated glass in vehicles (ECE R43), and pedestrian safety (ECE R127) are assessed and compared in terms of severity. Additionally, optional testing concerning the long-term stability of VIPV modules is recommended, as a guideline for vehicle manufacturers. If assessed to be necessary, the qualification program of IEC 61730 is complemented by the respective tests to finally present a conclusive safety qualification program for VIPV modules in new vehicle designs.

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  • Jochen Markert & Christoph Kutter & Bonna Newman & Paul Gebhardt & Martin Heinrich, 2021. "Proposal for a Safety Qualification Program for Vehicle-Integrated PV Modules," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 13(23), pages 1-14, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:13:y:2021:i:23:p:13341-:d:693338
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    1. Yoshitaka Hayakawa & Daisuke Sato & Noboru Yamada, 2022. "Measurement of the Convective Heat Transfer Coefficient and Temperature of Vehicle-Integrated Photovoltaic Modules," Energies, MDPI, vol. 15(13), pages 1-16, June.

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