Process to recycle end of life CDTE modules and manufacturing scrap

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8821711
APP PUB NO 20120325676A1
SERIAL NO

13527841

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A method for recycling of thin film Cadmium Telluride photovoltaic modules at the end of their life, and manufacturing scrap, has been developed. This method allows for minimum glass fine generation, requires little or no acid compared to other methods, and generates a pure cadmium and tellurium product at recoveries in excess of about 80 percent. In addition, the process allows for the recovery of a clean soda-lime plate glass product.

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COLORADO SCHOOL OF MINESA CORPORATION OF CO GOLDEN CO 80401

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DeFilippo, Makko Boston, US 1 2
Taylor, Patrick Lakewood, US 16 476

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