Blocking Diode

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-003447",
  "term": "Blocking Diode",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "A semiconductor connected in series with a solar cell or cells and a storage battery to keep the battery from discharging through the cell when there is no output, or low output, from the solar cell. It can be thought of as a one-way valve that allows electrons to flow forwards, but not backwards.",
  "references": [
    "DOE Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy Solar Energy Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/blocking-diode/"
}