A semiconductor connected in series with a solar cell or cellsThe smallest semiconductor element within a PV module to perform the immediate... and a storage batteryTwo or more electrochemical cells are enclosed in a container... to keep the batteryTwo or more electrochemical cells are enclosed in a container... 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.