Abstract
This paper proposed a 4-dimensional approach to solar photovoltaic
energy, featuring a 3-D porous metal cell with a continuous flow of
photovoltaic fluids (e.g. Colloidal Quantum Dots or perovskites)
traversing throughout. Rationale and proposed governing equations
indicate that significantly more power per unit 2-D panel area could be
achieved, offering a method of de facto overcoming power limitations
such as Shockley-Queisser and recombination in conventional 2-D passive
solar panels. The main goal is to initiate thought and collaboration
with experts in electrical engineering, physics, colloidal quantum dots,
perovskites, capacitors/batteries, and any other related field that
could help this approach become a commercial reality if there is a
market fit. Potential applications include those where maximum solar
power is desired yet space is limited- such as an on-board solar panel
for electric vehicles.