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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Changshun Chen, Jianxin Chen, Huchen Han, Lingfeng Chao, Jianfei Hu, Tingting Niu, He Dong, Songwang Yang, Yingdong Xia, Yonghua Chen, Wei Huang
Summary: Researchers have developed a new screen-printing method for fabricating perovskite solar cells, achieving high energy conversion efficiencies. This method is not affected by humidity, and the fabrication process is simple and suitable for large-scale production.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Purevlkham Myagmarsereejid, Malaika Ingram, Munkhbayar Batmunkh, Yu Lin Zhong
Summary: Sb2S3 as a solar absorber material has attracted great interest due to its excellent photovoltaic properties, and efforts have been made to enhance the efficiency of Sb2S3 solar cells using approaches like interfacial, surface, and band-gap engineering, as well as doping strategies. Doping strategies show promise in controlling band gap, film morphology, and grain boundary passivation, leading to improved carrier transport, addressing one of the most challenging issues in this field.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Lorenzo Bottiglieri, Ali Nourdine, Joao Resende, Jean-Luc Deschanvres, Carmen Jimenez
Summary: The performance and stability of organic photovoltaic devices in atmospheric conditions can be enhanced by integrating CuCrO2 films as an alternative to the commonly used PEDOT:PSS. The optimal composition of the Cu-rich films was found to be in the 60-70% range, balancing transparency, resistivity, and energy bands alignment. Solar cells utilizing CuCrO2 films grown with a Cu solution composition of 65% achieved a power conversion efficiency of 3.1%, demonstrating improved optoelectronic properties compared to other candidates.
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Chemistry, Physical
S. Erkan, A. Yagmyrov, A. Altuntepe, R. Zan, M. A. Olgar
Summary: In this study, CZTS samples were produced on Mo and graphene/Mo coated glass substrates. The CZTS thin films were annealed in sulphur atmosphere using rapid thermal processing method. The results showed that using graphene as an inter-layer improved the crystalline quality and grain size of the CZTS films, leading to enhanced conversion efficiency of the solar cells.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Muhammad Kashif, Erdawaty Jafaar, Siti K. Sahari, Foo W. Low, Nguyen D. Hoa, Awais Ahmad, Anees Abbas, Zainab Ngaini, Muhammad Shafa, Ahsanulhaq Qurashi
Summary: Introducing a new organic compound K-Azo enhances the electrical and optical performance of graphene oxide and reduced graphene oxide nanostructured films. The presence of the organic sensitizer significantly improves the conductivity of the thin films, offering potential applications in photovoltaic solar cells. The long-range pi-electron delocalization in the organic sensitizer contributes to the improved conductivity of the graphene oxide and reduced graphene oxide films.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENERGY RESEARCH
(2021)
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Chemistry, Physical
Chun Huang, Chuanwei Huang, Yiqun Ni, Peng Lin, Nianqing Fu, Bo Fan, Baomin Xu, Wenfei Zhang
Summary: This study successfully controlled the hydrolysis intermediate species by adjusting the metal-halide chemical bonding strength, achieving a method for preparing high-quality SnO2 films using low-temperature solution. The SnO2 film helps to improve charge separation and transport efficiency in PSCs, while reducing charge recombination.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Thomas Feeney, Gabriel Aygur, Tony Nguyen, Sidra Farooq, Joao Mendes, Hayden Tuohey, Daniel E. Gomez, Enrico Della Gaspera, Joel van Embden
Summary: Post transition metal chalcohalides are promising semiconductor materials for optoelectronic applications. Bismuth oxyiodide (BiOI) is especially interesting due to its stability, low toxicity, and defect tolerance. In this study, pin-hole free and pure BiOI thin films were successfully fabricated using a solution processed method. All-inorganic solar cells based on these films were also fabricated for the first time, with device improvements rivaling vacuum deposited devices achieved through templating film growth. The BiOI thin films and devices presented here provide an excellent platform for the further development of solution processed bismuth chalcohalide optoelectronic devices.
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Chemistry, Physical
Shanmuganathan Venkatesan, Nguyen Huong Tra My, Hsisheng Teng, Yuh-Lang Lee
Summary: Thin films of solid-state polymer electrolytes (SSPEs) have been developed for dye-sensitized solar cells (DSCs) for the first time. Gel-electrolytes are prepared by utilizing a blend of poly(ethylene oxide) (PEO)/polyethylene glycol (PEG) and an acetonitrile-based iodide liquid electrolyte, and then cast onto a glass substrate to fabricate solvent-free SSPEs by evaporating the solvent. The SSPE films are sandwiched between photoelectrodes and counter electrodes to assemble the solid-state DSCs, and the PCE can be improved by introducing TiO2 nanofillers in the SSPEs. The high stability of the solid-state DSCs is demonstrated with a retention of 98% of their original efficiency after a 700-hour test period.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kuan Liu, Patrick W. K. Fong, Qiong Liang, Gang Li
Summary: This review summarizes the recent progress in upscaling of organic-inorganic halide perovskites processed in an ambient environment. It discusses the challenges and limitations involved, as well as provides a brief overview of robust strategies for the fabrication of efficient perovskite solar cells using printing-friendly techniques under ambient conditions, which are crucial for future deployment of this technology.
TRENDS IN CHEMISTRY
(2021)
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Chemistry, Physical
Xuerui Han, Chengwu Shi, Yuye Huang, Kai Lv, Wangchao Chen, Fuling Guo, Yanqing Wang
Summary: CdS thin films were prepared by chemical bath deposition (CBD), and Sb2S3-y Se (y) thin films were prepared by a hydrothermal method. The quality of CdS thin films as the electron transport layer was evaluated in solar cells with the architecture of FTO/CdS/Sb2S3-y Se (y)/spiro-OMeTAD/Au. A precise preparation strategy, involving adjusting the thickness of CdS thin films prepared by CBD and changing the concentration of the CdCl2 methanol solution in the post-treatment process, was proposed for the first time. The strategy allowed for the successful production of a compact and full-coverage CdS thin film with a thickness of 40 nm and achieved an optimal power conversion efficiency of 8.46%.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2023)
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Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
U. Chalapathi, Alla Subba Reddy, P. Reddy Prasad, G. Manjula, Sambasivam Sangaraju, Rajesh Cheruku, Bandar Ali Al-Asbahi, Salh Alhammadi, C. Parthasaradhi Reddy, Krithikaa Mohanarangam, B. Purusottam Reddy, Si-Hyun Park
Summary: This study reports the fabrication and characterization of AgSbS2 thin films, which showed different phase structures at different sulfurization temperatures. The optical and electrical properties of the films were analyzed. AgSbS2 solar cells were also fabricated, exhibiting a certain level of efficiency. However, the device processing conditions need further optimization.
MATERIALS SCIENCE IN SEMICONDUCTOR PROCESSING
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nazar Abbas Shah, Waqar Mahmood, Murrawat Abbas, Nadeem Nazar, Ashfaq H. Khosa, Aurang Zeb, Abdul Malik
Summary: The successful growth of CdZnTe thin films using CSS technique was achieved by optimizing the deposition parameters for CdTe thin films and depositing ZnTe thin film layer onto them. The annealed CZT thin films exhibited cubic phases with an energy band gap range of 1.45 eV to 1.75 eV. The electrical conductivity ranged from 4.6 x 10(-6) to 8.2 x 10(-11) (ohm cm)(-1), indicating potential applications in high-efficiency solar cells and X-ray/gamma-ray detection.
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Reim A. Almotiri, Manal M. Alkhamisi, Ahmed R. Wassel, Ahmed M. El-Mahalawy
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MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zahra Saki, Mahdi Malekshahi Byranvand, Nima Taghavinia, Mayank Kedia, Michael Saliba
Summary: This article discusses the latest developments in perovskite solar cells (PSCs) and focuses on the challenges of achieving high-efficiency PSCs. The key factors in preparing perovskite thin films and large-scale production techniques are explored, with opportunities for commercialization highlighted.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2021)
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Physics, Condensed Matter
Bashir Yusuf, Md Roslan Hashim, Mohd Mahadi Halim
Summary: The high work function of MoOx results in band alignment at the MoO3-Si heterointerface, causing surface inversion. Doping with GO improves carrier concentration and conductivity of MoO3, leading to enhanced solar cell efficiency.
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(2022)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Paul Bazylewski, Ranjith Divigalpitiya, Giovanni Fanchini
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Paul Bazylewski, Sabastine Ezugwu, Giovanni Fanchini
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2017)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Reg Bauld, Dong-Yup William Choi, Paul Bazylewski, Ranjith Divigalpitiya, Giovanni Fanchini
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(2018)
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(2018)
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Chemistry, Physical
Jaewoo Park, Paul Bazylewski, Victor Wong, Harshil Shah, Giovanni Fanchini
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Chemistry, Physical
Sina Kazemian, Paul Bazylewski, Reg Bauld, Giovanni Fanchini
JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2019)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
L. S. Hui, M. Munir, E. Whiteway, An. Vuong, M. Hilke, V. Wong, G. Fanchini, A. Turak
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(2020)
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(2019)
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Sheldon Van Middelkoop, Andason Cen, Reg Bauld, Giovanni Fanchini
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OXIDE-BASED MATERIALS AND DEVICES X
(2019)
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Chemistry, Physical
Paul Bazylewski, Sheldon Van Middelkoop, Ranjith Divigalpitiya, Giovanni Fanchini