How ISS Will Be Evaluating Photovoltaic Materials: Researchers will soon be sending 18 photovoltaic cells to the ISS for a study of how space conditions affect the devices' operation over time.

The article reports that Georgia Tech researchers will send 18 photovoltaic devices to the International Space Station for a six-month study to evaluate their performance in space conditions. Topics include testing perovskite and other solar cell materials for durability and efficiency, using the MISSE facility's new tools to monitor environmental effects, and exploring ways to improve lightweight, reliable power generation for spacecraft.