This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 2 published patent applications. Top assignee: Hanwha Q Cells Gmbh. Active years: 2026.
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Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2026
Title: Stefan Hörnlein and Solar Module Repair Innovation.
Introduction
Stefan Hörnlein is an inventor associated with Bitterfeld-Wolfen, Germany, and Hanwha Q Cells GmbH. His patent work addresses methods for repairing or optimizing solar modules.
Latest Patents
The supplied information identifies one patent associated with Hörnlein: “Method for repairing and/or optimizing a solar module.” The method applies a voltage to a solar module in the reverse direction, then locally illuminates and scans its front with a point light source. This process causes current to flow through the encapsulated solar cells. The patent describes an approach for working with solar modules that have a sun-facing front and a sun-averted back.
Career Highlights
Hörnlein’s documented patent contribution focuses on solar-module repair and optimization. His association with Hanwha Q Cells GmbH connects this work to a company active in solar technology. The supplied information lists 1 patent.
Collaborations
The available details identify Hanwha Q Cells GmbH as Hörnlein’s company affiliation. No additional collaborators or joint development relationships are specified in the supplied information.
Conclusion
Stefan Hörnlein’s listed invention presents a method for repairing or optimizing solar modules by applying reverse voltage and scanning the illuminated module surface. This patent reflects a focused contribution to solar technology.
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