Our Research
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Ultra-high efficiencies: multi-junction solar cells
Novel concepts: materials, nanostructures, wavelength conversion
Photonic power: power-over-fiber, power opto-couplers
Thermophotovoltaic devices
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Solar concentrator systems: optical design and analysis
Outdoor testing: performance monitoring under real-world conditions
Annual energy yield modelling: concentrator and bifacial photovoltaic systems
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Modelling comparisons of satellite to ground measurements
Modelling irradiance from limited information (ex. GHI -> DNI)
Modelling spectra from irradiance measurements
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Smart photovoltaic nanogrids with intelligent control systems
Battery integration and load management
Smart sensors for the Internet of Things
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Semiconductor lasers (InP, GaAs)
Semiconductor optical amplifiers
Telecommunications subsystem performance
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