eli5: Does casting rays through magnifying lens on the solar panels have any positive or negative affect?

Question

Considering panels can withstand the high levels of heat and energy. Does this have any affect on the time required to charge?

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Answer 1

Sure, if you use a magnifying lense larger than the panel it will boost production. There are actually solar installations that use this technique to increase production. Though, with the drop in the cost of solar panels, it’s probably no longer economically viable.