Improved method of electrical-resistance welding of solar-cell inter-connections developed by using an annular welding-electrode shape. Improved weld electrode consists of two coaxial cylinders, outer one with annular cross section and inner one with circular cross section. Possible annular weld-electrode configurations result in better quality welds for interconnecting solar-array elements.


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    Title :

    Annular Electrode Improves Solar-Cell Welds


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    Publication date :

    1982-12-01



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    Miscellaneous


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    Language :

    English




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