Felix Kaule

Felix Kaule is a Laboratory Engineer at the Institute for Development-Oriented Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, HTWK Leipzig. He works under the supervision of Prof. Dr.-Ing. Anke Bucher and Prof. Dr.-Ing. Stephan Schönfelder, focusing on mechanical strength analysis of silicon wafers and solar cells.

• Current research in PV production technologies
• Project manager for BMWi-funded NextTec project
• Expertise in finite element modeling and experimental validation

His work bridges computational simulation with practical testing in laboratories like bikelab, where mechanical properties of components are evaluated. Recent publications highlight innovations in half-cell module manufacturing, thermal laser separation, and microcrack mitigation in photovoltaic materials.

Scientific contributions include:

• Optimizing diamond wire sawing processes
• Analyzing residual stress effects in solar cells
• Advancing kerfless cutting technologies
• Improving mechanical strength through plasma etching