Photovoltaics Collection

Solar panel with sun

Facade of building covered in Photovoltaic (PV) solar panels for sustainable power generation, Paris, Ile-de-France, France

Roof Space Station Concept, 1984. Creator: NASA
Roof Space Station Concept, 1984. Johnson Space Center " roof" concept for a space station. The " roof" was covered with solar array cells

Photovoltaic site, solar modules on a meadow, solar power plant, Altmuhltal, Bavaria, Germany

Asteroid Lander departs from Deep Space Vehicle
A manned Asteroid Lander departs from a combination Deep Space Vehicle (DSV) and Extended Stay Module (ESM) as a first step toward exploring the large asteroid below

Soyuz deep space explorer docked begins to leave Earth orbit
A manned Soyuz TMA-M spacecraft docked with a three-person extended stay module begins to leave Earth orbit with the aid of a Russian-made upper stage booster rocket

An Asteroid Lander is docked to a Deep Space Vehicle
A manned Asteroid Lander is docked to a combination Deep Space Vehicle (DSV) and Extended Stay Module (ESM) on a mission to a deep space asteroid

Solar panels and sky

Installation of a solar collector, near Freiburg in Breisgau, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe

Installation of solar panels near Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe

Solar panels a the roundabout island, Ost district, Woergl, Tyrol, Austria, Europe

Solar plant near Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe

Photovoltaic system on the roof of a single family detached house

Old lead letters spelling the word SOLAR

Small solar plant in the Rhine-Main area, Germany, Europe

Piece of land with a solar panel and a flowering meadow, illustration

World sign post at Cape Reinga Lighthouse, Northland, North Island, New Zealand

Gujarat Solar Park India, satellite image C014 / 1751
Gujarat Solar Park. Satellite image showing the large array of solar panels (dark) at the Gujarat Solar Park, Charana, India. This is the worlds largest multi-developer solar park (as of 2012)

Domestic solar power. Photovoltaic cells on the roof of a house. Photographed in Brighton, UK

Solar-powered spacecraft, artwork C016 / 7542
Solar-powered spacecraft, computer artwork

Lunar space elevator moon base, artwork
Lunar space elevator moon base. Artwork of a future lunar space elevator at its base on the near side of the Moon. The support facilities include a loading machine (yellow, with cargo boxes)

Lunar space elevator ascent, artwork
Lunar space elevator ascent. Artwork of a future lunar space elevator ascending from its base on the Moon. It is around 50 metres long, with a central solar-powered climber mechanism (solar panels)

Lunar space elevator and train, artwork
Lunar space elevator and train. Artwork comparing the sizes of a future lunar space elevator (top) and a train locomotive with two box cars. The lunar space elevator is around 50 metres long

Soyuz spacecraft in Earth orbit, artwork
Soyuz spacecraft in Earth orbit. Artwork of a Soyuz TMA-M spacecraft at sunset over the Atlantic Ocean at an orbital altitude of 320 kilometres

Soyuz spacecraft leaving Earth, artwork
Soyuz spacecraft leaving Earth. Artwork of a Soyuz TMA-M spacecraft (lower centre, black) connected to an extended stay module (labelled Future in Cyrillic), both with a crew capacity of three

Soyuz spacecraft at the Moon, artwork
Soyuz spacecraft at the Moon. Artwork of a Soyuz TMA-M spacecraft (right) connected to an extended stay module (centre, labelled Future in Cyrillic), both with a crew capacity of three

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Photovoltaics, also known as solar panels, harness the power of the sun to generate sustainable energy. These innovative devices have found their way onto various structures and vehicles, revolutionizing our approach towards power generation. One striking image showcases a building facade covered in photovoltaic (PV) solar panels. This architectural marvel not only enhances the aesthetics but also provides a reliable source of renewable energy for the occupants inside. Another captivating picture takes us back to 1984 when NASA introduced the Roof Space Station Concept. This visionary idea envisioned utilizing photovoltaics on space stations, highlighting their potential even beyond Earth's boundaries. Intriguing models like the 1:5 scale Hubble Space Telescope by Lockheed Martin demonstrate how they are be integrated into advanced technologies. Such applications pave the way for cleaner and more efficient systems in space exploration. On Earth's surface, we witness vast meadows transformed into solar power plants adorned with rows of solar modules. One such picturesque location is Altmuhltal in Bavaria, Germany where these installations stand tall against a backdrop of lush greenery. The journey continues beyond our planet as an Asteroid Lander departs from its Deep Space Vehicle. Powered by photovoltaics, this spacecraft embarks on an extraordinary mission to explore distant celestial bodies and unlock secrets of our universe. Meanwhile, Soyuz deep space explorer docks before venturing out of Earth orbit - another testament to how photovoltaic technology enables mankind's quest for knowledge beyond our home planet. Back on Earth again, we encounter yet another depiction of an Asteroid Lander docked to a Deep Space Vehicle – showcasing how these remarkable machines rely on solar energy during their interstellar journeys. Amidst all these grand visions lies simplicity – captured beautifully through images that showcase solar panels against clear blue skies or vibrant sunsets. These scenes remind us that at its core, photovoltaics offer a clean and abundant source of energy, harmoniously blending with the natural world.