SRMIST, Anabond enter into technology transfer agreement for next-gen solar cell encapsulators
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SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) and Anabond Ltd. signed a technology-transfer agreement for next-generation solar cell encapsulants to enhance solar cell durability and efficiency.
Background
SRMIST scientists developed a polymer encapsulant designed to improve solar cell performance. Anabond Ltd. will scale up production and assess commercial viability under a licensing agreement involving upfront payments and turnover-linked royalties.
Facts for Prelims
- S&TThe technology involves polymer encapsulants for next-generation solar cells.
- FactThe licensing agreement includes an upfront payment and a royalty arrangement linked to annual turnover.
- BodySRMIST (SRM Institute of Science and Technology) is the developer of the encapsulant technology.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how indigenous technological innovations in solar cell components can contribute to India's goal of achieving energy security and reducing import dependency.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Commercialization gap: Transitioning lab-scale polymer innovations to industrial-scale manufacturing for solar modules
- Supply chain resilience: Reducing reliance on imported encapsulants to bolster domestic solar manufacturing ecosystem
Keywords: Technology Transfer · Renewable Energy · Solar Cell Efficiency · Indigenous Innovation · Commercial Viability
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