Feasibility Study for Development of Fiber Bragg Grating Sensors for Moisture Measurements in P[...]

Imec India Private Limited; Vlaams-Brabant; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A research technology company in Belgium is seeking a candidate for a feasibility study on Fiber Bragg Grating sensors for moisture measurements in photovoltaic modules. The successful candidate will perform a literature review and conduct laboratory work to ensure sensor compatibility and calibration. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in material physics/engineering and good lab skills, with knowledge of polymers and optical fibers as a plus.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a strong background in material physics or engineering.
• Knowledge of polymers and optical fibers preferred.
• Familiarity with degradation mechanisms of PV modules is a plus.

Responsabilités

• Conduct a literature review for suitable materials for sensors.
• Examine compatibility of sensor technologies with PV modules.
• Calibrate measurement methods comparing with other characterization methods.

Connaissances

Good comprehension of scientific articles

Good lab skills

Material physics/engineering background

Formation

Relevant field of study

Description du poste

Feasibility Study for Development of Fiber Bragg Grating Sensors for Moisture Measurements in Photovoltaic Modules

Project Overview

Embedding moisture sensors in photovoltaics: The goal of this project is to conduct a feasibility study on the adaptation of Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) sensor technologies for moisture content measurements in photovoltaic modules.

The successful candidate will start with a comprehensive literature review to find relevant materials for the development of the sensors, such as adequate FBGs and moisture-sensitive coatings. Afterwards, they will examine the compatibility of suitable technologies with embedding in a PV module. When compatibility is verified, the candidate will calibrate the measurement method by comparing the measured value with the moisture content obtained by other material characterization methods (e.g., Karl Fischer Titration), within encapsulation polymers containing different levels of moisture.

Responsibilities and Requirements

The work will be conducted in the newly built laboratories at imec in EnergyVille, Genk, working within the Energy Systems and Wafer PV teams. Required skills include: good comprehension of scientific articles, good lab skills, and a material physics/engineering background. Knowledge of polymers, optical fibers, and degradation mechanisms of PV modules will be a plus.

Type of project: Thesis, Combination of internship and thesis