(OTCQB:ASTI)- Ascent Solar Technologies 

Award Winning, Flexible Solar Panels For Aerospace, Military And Consumer Markets


With defense spending set to double under President - Elect Mr. Donald J. Trump (540,000 soldiers, 350 Navy ships,  1200 aircraft), will the military further utilize ASTI 's solar technology solutions? 

SEE THE MOST RECENT NEWS!  Ascent Solar Partners with Silent Falcon™ UAS Technologies and Bye Aerospace for Solar-powered Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Small Solar Electric-powered Drone Aircraft Bolsters 

Ascent Solar's Product "Portfolio"

THORNTON, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASTI), a developer of state-of-the-art, flexible thin-film photovoltaic modules, announced today it is collaborating with Silent Falcon UAS Technologies and Bye Aerospace to provide its lightweight, flexible copper-indium-gallium-diselenide (CIGS) photovoltaics to power the Silent Falcon™ unmanned aerial system (UAS). Silent Falcon™ is a small tactical UAS drone designed to be easily carried and used for longer-duration intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. Recently unveiled at the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) conference in Las Vegas, Silent Falcon™ represents the synergy of several new technologies, including ASTI's flexible photovoltaic modules, to provide a near silent, rapidly deployed platform that has multiple military and civilian applications. With three wing configurations available for different mission profiles, each Silent Falcon™ system could represent up to 30 modules.
John W. Brown, CEO, Silent Falcon™ UAS Technologies states: "We believe that today there is a large and growing global military and public safety agency market for small or tactical unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). In these markets alone, sales exceeding several hundred units per year are possible. As their use in these markets proves their utility and functionality, and as the FAA rules for domestic commercial, civilian use become more clear, we believe the market size and number of annual units sold could increase substantially."
Ascent Solar's President and CEO, Victor Lee, said, "Our collaboration on Silent Falcon™ represents a key strength of our product, namely that its lightweight and flexible nature can address multiple markets, from consumer electronics to building integrated PV, and that our manufacturing process is sufficiently agile to support them simultaneously. We see this emerging electric drone market expanding rapidly, with applications ranging from military to disaster relief with rapid deployment and recovery with little risk to human life."
About Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc.
Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc. is a developer of thin-film photovoltaic modules using flexible substrate materials that can transform the way solar power generation integrates into everyday life. Ascent Solar modules, which were named one of TIME Magazine's 50 best inventions for 2011, can be directly incorporated into standard building materials, commercial transportation, automotive solutions, space applications, consumer electronics for portable power and durable off-grid solutions. More information can be found at www.ascentsolar.com.
About Silent Falcon UAS™ Technologies
Silent Falcon UAS™ Technologies was established in 2010 to introduce disruptive technological UAV innovation to global defense, intelligence and national security agencies, the domestic public safety agency market and U.S.-based private security contractors. The company is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico. For more information, go to www.SilentFalconUAS.com.
About Bye Aerospace
Bye Aerospace, founded in 2007 and headquartered near Denver, is applying clean energy solutions to innovative aircraft designs for the aerospace and defense markets. For more information, go to www.ByeAerospace.com.
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Ascent Solar Technologies, Inc. (OTCQB:ASTI), is a developer of award winning thin-film photovoltaic modules with substrate materials that are more flexible, versatile and rugged than traditional solar panels. Ascent Solar modules can be directly integrated into consumer products and off-grid applications, as well as aerospace and building integrated applications.




ASTI recently announced a big breakthrough in the solar space, specifically in space and in near-space applications. 

In these applications, lightweight and high performance solar panels are very important. 

With that said, ASTI recently achieved a record 1,700 watts of power produced per kilogram of weight. 

As a result, future solar panels made for in space and near space applications can now weigh up to 60% less than conventional solar options for these applications!





Ascent’s high-efficiency modules provide the transformational ability to generate power anywhere, anytime.  And this is great for military applications!

With defense spending set to double under President Donald J. Trump (540,000 soldiers, 350 Navy ships,  1200 aircraft), will the military further utilize ASTI 's solar technology solutions?










-- The Breakthrough in Solar Panel Technology --


After two decades of research and development, Ascent Solar was formed in 2005, to commercialize leading-edge CIGS photovoltaic technology on flexible, plastic substrate.


Ascent’s unique monolithic integration process enables the highest level of efficiency, durability & weight savings representing the potential to transform the way solar power can be used in everyday life. Ascent Solar’s Research and Development and its 30 MW nameplate production facility is in Thornton, Colorado.




By pioneering a technology that is recognized as the future of the solar industry, Ascent has cemented itself as the leader in the manufacturing of innovative, high performance, flexible thin-film solar panels for both existing and emerging defense, consumer electronic, off-grid, transportation and building applications.

Ascent’s results-oriented team is focused on continued technical innovation while effectively developing current market opportunities and enabling customers to create transformational applications using solar power.




-- ENERPLEX -- (see video below)


Rugged. Portable. Solar Powered. Using Ascent Solar’s award-winning, patented CIGS flexible solar technology, EnerPlex is your ultimate portable power solution for any situation you may encounter. Whether on top of a mountain or in the boardroom, EnerPlex will always keep you powered up and in charge.





MilPak™ E - mobile power solution




The MilPak™ E has also been selected to present to the U.S. Military, Corporate, and Investment Leadership at the Defense Energy Innovation Summit and Showcase on December 1-3, 2015 in Austin, Texas.

The MilPak™ E is a fully integrated mobile power solution that includes a foldable photovoltaic blanket with an attached waterproof battery case that houses a maximum peak power tracker, 86.5 watt hours of power storage with battery management circuitry, a 55 watt 24 volt power circuit, and two high-current USB circuits.

In keeping with the ruggedized requirements, all switchgear, protection circuit, and the 24V and USB connectors are all rated IP-67 or better, and the case is constructed from a military-grade plastic. Most important, the entire unit weighs in at less than 8.5 pounds (3.8 kg) which makes it extremely portable by military or other users.

This product is the first to introduce the MilPak™ platform to the military, first responders, disaster relief workers and other users who want to reduce the number of components they required to take in the field and take advantage of solar power.




R&D Magazine's Top 100 Inventions
  • Named R&D Magazines Top 100 Inventions in 2015
  • Award Recognizes
    • Construction of the MilPak Platform; the Most Durable and Lightweight Solar Power Generation and Storage System in the World
    • 55 Watt Solar Blanket
    • 86.5 Watts of Storage Management
    • 24V and USB Connectors Are All Rated IP-67 or Better 
    • Weighs only 8.5 lbs
    • Subjected to and Passed the Grueling MIL-STD 810G Test Requirements
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Time Magazine's Top 50 Inventions
  • Named Time Magazine's Top 50 Inventions in 2011
  • Award Recognizes
    • Flexibility of Solar Substrates
    • Integration Into Building Materials, Such As an Office Building
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R&D Magazine's Top 100 Inventions
  • Named R&D Magazines Top 100 Inventions in 2010
  • Award Recognizes
    • Ability to Manufacture on a Flexible Substrate
    • CIGS with Monolithic Integration
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-- HOW THE TECHNOLOGY WORKS --


Ascent Solar’s WaveSol™ Mobile, flexible, thin-film modules for EIPV are specifically produced for integrating solar power into electronic devices and consumer products. WaveSol™ Light modules are manufactured on ultra-thin plastic substrates, which provide the flexibility necessary for easy integration to all types of materials including fabrics and plastics. Ascent Solar’s CIGS technology offers the greatest power per space compared to other available technologies, making solar-powered consumer products a reality.



  1. Highest energy density available on thin-film PVs
  2. Manufactured on plastic
  3. Requires fewer balance of system components
  4. Lightweight form factor
  5. Flexibility provides the opportunity to solar power a multitude of
  6. consumer products.
  7. A realistic source of clean, renewable energy


The lightweight, yet powerful Ascent Solar WaveSol™ Mobile modules make it easy to directly integrate solar power into a limitless number of consumer products that benefit from portable power, including fabrics and non-flat surfaces. The power density of the thin-film, CIGS technology makes it the preferred solution for meeting the energy needs of solar-powered consumer products such as laptop computers, tents, off-grid LED lighting, blankets and more.

  • Most Powerful

    WaveSol™ Mobile modules offer the greatest power density compared to other available technologies. The power these modules produce can replace heavy, traditional batteries, eliminate the need for extra power boosters and bring the advantage of solar power to new consumer products.

  • Maximum Portability
    WaveSol™ Mobile modules are created on plastic, not glass, which makes them significantly lighter and more durable. The flexibility of the plastic substrate allows for solar panels to be sewn into fabric or placed in areas previously unavailable for solar energy production.
  • Clean, Alternative Energy Source
    WaveSol™ Mobile modules harness the power of the sun to provide an alternative energy source that reduces the use of chemicals found in traditional batteries.
  • Lightweight Energy Source
    WaveSol™ Mobile high efficiency solar modules, created using thin-film PV technology, are up to 10 times more powerful than a conventional battery. Just one hour of direct sunlight will power 40 minutes of usage.