photovoltaics

American

[foh-toh-vohl-tey-iks] / ˌfoʊ toʊ voʊlˈteɪ ɪks /

noun

Physics.

(used with a singular verb) a field of semiconductor technology involving the direct conversion of electromagnetic radiation as sunlight, into electricity.
(used with a plural verb) devices designed to perform such conversion.

Etymology

Origin of photovoltaics

First recorded in 1975–80; photovoltaic, -ics

Example Sentences

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"Beyond its direct application in perovskite photovoltaics, the crystal-solvate pre-seeding concept establishes a versatile material platform: By tuning organic cations and solvent molecules, a diverse library of CSV materials can be designed, opening up a new paradigm for interface engineering in perovskite photovoltaics and other soft-lattice semiconductor optoelectronic devices alike."

From Science Daily

The company also said it had entered a nonexclusive patent licensing agreement with Oxford Photovoltaics.

From The Wall Street Journal

Some places are still building concentrated solar facilities, among them China, Mexico and Dubai, and it can have some advantages over photovoltaics, he said.

From Los Angeles Times

The couple filled their hilltop home with many eco-friendly elements, including photovoltaics that span the length of the main structure and produce more power than the property requires.

From MarketWatch

The laboratory is home to the National Center for Photovoltaics, which was created to help the U.S. solar industry maintain a competitive position.

From The Wall Street Journal

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