Solar Panel

The component shown in the image is a small solar panel made up of multiple photovoltaic (PV) cells. It converts sunlight directly into electrical energy through the photovoltaic effect. When sunlight falls on the blue solar cells, the panel produces DC electrical power, which can be used to power small electronic circuits, LEDs, sensors, or charge a suitable battery through a proper charging circuit. These small solar panels are commonly used in school STEAM projects, renewable energy demonstrations, small robots, solar-powered models, and battery-charging projects. The amount of electricity produced depends on the panel's size, voltage/current rating, and intensity of sunlight.