Solar module drawings, generated
For SunFlex, SWIFT4DATA built SunFlex DRAW, an in-house tool that turns a solar cell's contact layout into the DXF drawings that drive a laser in PV module production.
The problem
SunFlex develops photovoltaic modules. Every cell in a module needs its own path drawing, and the whole module needs these drawings placed on a grid and connected, in a format the laser processing can use.
What we built
SWIFT4DATA built SunFlex DRAW, a browser-based tool that runs on the client's own computers.
- Define a cell's path by clicking on the cell's own contact drawing. Patterns are saved and reused.
- Build the module by placing cell patterns on a grid; the connections between cells are drawn automatically.
- Export for production as DXF files, ready for laser processing.
1 / 6 · Define a cell's path by clicking points on its contact drawing.
2 / 6 · Place the saved cell patterns on a grid to build the module.
3 / 6 · The whole module, with the connections between cells.
4 / 6 · Pick the lines to join where two cells meet.
5 / 6 · Apply the connection: the joining arcs are drawn for you.
6 / 6 · The exported DXF, ready for laser processing.
The result
Module drawings are put together from saved cell patterns and exported as DXF files, ready for laser processing, instead of being drawn from scratch using costly CAD software.
Key facts
- Client
- SunFlex
- Sector
- Photovoltaics · PV module production
- Result
- A process that used to take 1–2 days is now done in hours, or even minutes, depending on design complexity.
“Working with Johannes was a win on all fronts. He is attentive, receptive, resourceful, knowledgeable, and not afraid to tackle challenging problems with ambiguous boundaries. He's a curious and independently-driven problem solver who produces results of the highest quality and functionality. Johannes leverages many different tools to accomplish his client's goal and creatively integrates automation, hard-coding, graphic design, and AI to produce custom polished software products.”
