Can You Spot the Crack Before It Costs Millions?

How Artificial Intelligence Is Learning to See Invisible Solar Panel Defects

Apr 25, 2025

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Spotting cracks in solar panels early can dramatically increase energy production. Image created with DALL-E.

Imagine walking through an endless sea of solar panels. These sleek, silent surfaces capture the sun’s energy and promise a future free from fossil fuels. Yet hidden behind their glassy exteriors, microscopic cracks or subtle flaws can quietly er…

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