Effect of Al2O3 Dot Patterning on CZTSSe Solar Cell Characteristics [PDF]
Nanomaterials, 2020 In this study, a 5-nm thick Al2O3 layer was patterned onto the Mo electrode in the form of a dot to produce a local rear contact, which looked at the effects of this contact structure on Cu2ZnSn(S1-xSex)4 (CZTSSe) growth and solar cell devices.
Se-Yun Kim +8 more
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Role of bulk- and interface-defects in spectrum-dependent energy harvesting of CZTSSe-based indoor photovoltaic devices [PDF]
AIP Advances, 2021 In this work, we theoretically investigate spectrum dependent energy harvesting of a thin-film indoor photovoltaic (PV) device, taking into account the role of defects.
Eymana Maria, Md Zunaid Baten
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Doping of Sb into Cu2ZnSn(S,Se)4 absorber layer via Se&Sb2Se3 co-selenization strategy for enhancing open-circuit voltage of kesterite solar cells [PDF]
Frontiers in Chemistry, 2022 Kesterite-structured Cu2ZnSn(S,Se)4 (CZTSSe) thin film photovoltaics have attracted considerable attention in recent years because of its low-cost and eco-friendly raw material, as well as high theoretical conversion efficiency. However, its photovoltaic
Benhui Zhao +4 more
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Performance enhancement in CZTSSe solar cells via BaSi₂ back surface field integration [PDF]
Scientific ReportsThe efficiency of solar cells is strongly influenced by factors such as durability, cost-effectiveness, environmental compatibility, and overall performance.
T. R. S. Chandran +3 more
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Molecular Cluster‐Controlled Quasi‐Epitaxial CZTSSe/CdS Heterojunction Enables 12.3% Efficiency of Flexible Solar Cells [PDF]
Advanced ScienceFlexible Cu2ZnSn(S,Se)4 (CZTSSe) solar cells have garnered significant attention in photovoltaics. Interface defects in CZTSSe/CdS heterojunctions drive carrier recombination, leading to substantial open‐circuit voltage (VOC) loss.
Weihao Xie +8 more
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Design and simulation of highly efficient CZTS/CZTSSe based thin-film solar cell [PDF]
HeliyonThin-film solar cells are a substitute for more common crystalline silicon solar cells, which consist of thin semiconductor layers. Thin-film materials comprise direct bandgap and can absorb sunlight more efficiently than silicon.
Nabila Jahan +2 more
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Defect Synergistic Regulations of Li&Na Co‐Doped Flexible Cu2ZnSn(S,Se)4 Solar Cells Achieving over 10% Certified Efficiency [PDF]
Advanced ScienceIon doping is an effective strategy for achieving high‐performance flexible Cu2ZnSn(S,Se)4 (CZTSSe) solar cells by defect regulations. Here, a Li&Na co‐doped strategy is applied to synergistically regulate defects in CZTSSe bulks.
Quanzhen Sun +8 more
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Simulation of CZTSSe single solar cells by AFORS-HET software
Tikrit Journal of Pure Science, 2020 In this paper, this sthdy simulated photovoltaic characteristics of single heterojunction solar cell with Cu2ZnSnS4 and Cu2ZnSnSe4 absorber layer numerically using the AFORS-HET program .n-CdS/ZnO double buffer layer is used for hetrostructure ...
Buthina M. Jandary, Ayed N. Saleh
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Unveiling Sodium Diffusion Kinetics and Locking Mechanisms for High‐Performance CZTSSe Photovoltaics [PDF]
Advanced ScienceThis work unveils a diffusion‐kinetic modulation strategy that fundamentally redefines sodium management in kesterite photovoltaics, enabling spatially controlled Na sequestration within Cu2ZnSn(S,Se)4 (CZTSSe) absorber layers through a thermally ...
Shuyu Li +10 more
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A Numerical Simulation Study of the Impact of Kesterites Hole Transport Materials in Quantum Dot-Sensitized Solar Cells Using SCAPS-1D [PDF]
NanomaterialsEnergy generation and storage are critical challenges for developing economies due to rising populations and limited access to clean energy resources. Fossil fuels, commonly used for energy production, are costly and contribute to environmental pollution
Sindisiwe Jakalase +4 more
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