Developing a technical framework for testing printed solar technology

Project overview

Project title

Developing a technical framework for testing printed solar technology

Project description

Help shape the future of solar energy. This iPhD project will develop a new technical framework for testing printed solar technologies – an emerging class of ultra-lightweight, flexible photovoltaics. Current international standards were designed for traditional, rigid panels and don’t adequately address the unique characteristics of printed solar. Your research will fill this gap, leading to new testing methods that could accelerate the commercial adoption of printed solar and enable its use on structures that can’t support conventional panels. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the next generation of clean energy technologies with real-world impact.

Supervisory team

University

Name of university supervisor	Paul Dastoor
Name of university	University of Newcastle
Email address	Paul.Dastoor@newcastle.edu.au
Faculty	College of Engineering, Science and Environment

CSIRO

Name of CSIRO supervisor	Dr Chris Fell
Email address	chris.fell@csiro.au
CSIRO Research Unit	Energy

Industry

Name of industry supervisor	Sam Clifton
Name of business/organisation	Kardinia Energy Pty Ltd
Email address	sam@kardinia.energy

Further details

Primary location of student	CSIRO Newcastle, 10 Murray Dwyer Circuit, Mayfield West NSW 2304, Australia
Industry engagement component location	Kardinia Energy Pty Ltd, 70 Vale Street, Shortland NSW 2307, Australia
Other locations	The University of Newcastle, University Drive, Callaghan NSW 2308, Australia
Ideal student skillset	A Bachelor’s degree in science (ideally physics) or engineering (ideally electrical), plus a strong aptitude for technology and a desire to become a researcher.   Previous experience or exposure to solar photovoltaics research will be an advantage.
Application close date	Open until position filled
Apply	The University of Newcastle