Evaluation and Comparison of PV Modules With Different Designs of Partial Cells in Desert and Moderate Climates

Modules with partial cells show better performance compared to full-cell modules due to lower electrical losses and increased optical gains. In this paper, we compare photovoltaic (PV) modules made of full, half, and third cells with tab widths of 0.8 and 1.5 mm under moderate and desert conditions, respectively. Initially, a statistical assessment of indoor characterization results of the modules...