As the solar industry pushes for ever-lower costs, larger module sizes and greater energy output, the structural integrity and long-term performance of modules have become critically compromised.

We are all familiar enough by now with the succession of boards that have come from Raspberry Pi in Cambridge over the years, and when a new one comes out we’ve got a pretty good idea what to expect.

Preventing damage from extreme weather conditions such as hail has become a key objective for PV manufacturers. Image: Nextracker. The frequency and intensity of hailstorms are projected to rise ...