Technology · Day
2026-11-10
2 stories in this section.
Scientists figured out how to use a cheap everyday camera to measure how well solar panels work
Researchers from the University of Stuttgart and Solarzentrum Stuttgart demonstrated that a $450 consumer camera can measure solar cell performance using a custom calibration model. This development lowers the cost barrier for detailed quality control, enabling more frequent and accessible diagnostics for solar panel manufacturers and quality assurance teams.
Brazil: Grupo Moura to invest 200 million reais in battery plant in Pernambuco
Grupo Moura is investing 200 million reais to expand its BESS manufacturing capacity in Pernambuco to over 8 GWh annually. This expansion aligns with Brazil's upcoming storage auctions and aims to increase local content in the energy storage supply chain.