There are several main differences between flexible solar panels and ordinary glass solar panels:

Materials and Construction: Regular glass solar panels are typically built using silicon materials and glass substrates, while flexible solar panels are built using flexible materials (such as polymers) and thin film substrates. Flexible solar panels are made of multiple thin film layers that are bendable and customizable in shape.

Weight and Thickness: Flexible solar panels are relatively thin and lightweight, typically under a few millimeters thick, making them easier to install and adapt to different surface shapes. Ordinary glass solar panels are relatively heavy, with a thickness of about a few centimeters to more than a few centimeters.

Durability and strength: Flexible solar panels are relatively fragile and have low tolerance to impact and mechanical stress. However, flexible solar panels generally have better wind and pressure resistance and can better adapt to environmental changes and vibrations.

Installation and adaptability: Flexible solar panels can be more easily attached to irregular curved surfaces (such as boat hulls, tents, car roofs, etc.), adapting to installation on various shapes and surfaces. Ordinary glass solar panels usually require a hard base support and a regular installation surface.

Power output: Relatively speaking, ordinary glass solar panels usually have higher power output efficiency, that is, they can generate more electricity per unit area. Flexible solar panels generally have low power output efficiency.

It should be noted that each type of solar panel has its applicable environment and application scenarios. Ordinary glass solar panels are suitable for larger installation surfaces, such as house roofs, commercial buildings and photovoltaic power stations. Flexible solar panels can be advantageous in applications that require lightweight, bendable or irregular shapes, such as boats, campers, outdoor equipment, etc. When choosing the right solar panel for your needs, you need to weigh these differences and understand the relevant performance indicators and conditions.