Light soaking system and test method for solar cells

Abstract

A method and apparatus for exposing a solar device to simulated environmental conditions is described. In one embodiment, a chamber is described. The chamber includes a frame defining a partial enclosure having an interior volume, the frame comprising a door selectively sealing an opening in the frame, a plurality of lighting devices coupled to the enclosure interior of an open wall, each of the plurality of lighting devices being positioned to direct light toward an upper surface of a platen disposed in the interior area, and a plurality of fan units positioned in an opening formed in a sidewall of the frame, each of the plurality of fan units positioned to direct ambient air flow from the outside of the enclosure toward the platen and between the plurality of lighting devices to exit through the open wall.

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