I'm sure I recall seing and hearing about this research some years ago,=20
but according to the BBC website Oregon State University have 'discovered'=
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how by using chalcopyrite blended with an ink type carrier they can=20
'inkjet' the active component onto a substrate.

Only producing solar cells with a conversion rate of 5% efficiency  at the=
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moment compared to 15-18% using traditional methods of a coated panel.

<http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-13977038>

Colin
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