New solar window concept integrates polymer-dispersed liquid crystal to enable switchable transparency

New solar window concept integrates polymer-dispersed liquid crystal to enable switchable transparency

Researchers in the United Kingdom have developed a smart window that combines switchable polymer-dispersed liquid crystal with integrated PV cells, offering controllable transparency and electricity generation. The system balances light, heat, and solar protection while maintaining high visual quality and stable performance, according to its creators…

https://www.pv-magazine.com/2026/03/23/new-solar-window-concept-integrates-polymer-dispersed-liquid-crystal-to-enable-switchable-transparency/