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Physical routes for the synthesis of kesterite [PDF]

Journal of Physics: Energy, 2019
Abstract This paper provides an overview of the physical vapor technologies used to synthesize Cu2ZnSn(S,Se)4 thin films as absorber layers for photovoltaic applications. Through the years, CZT(S,Se) thin films have been fabricated using sequential stacking or co-sputtering of precursors as well as using sequential or co-evaporation of ...
T Ratz, G Brammertz, R Caballero, M León, S Canulescu, J Schou, L Gütay, D Pareek, T Taskesen, D-H Kim, J-K Kang, C Malerba, A Redinger, E Saucedo, B Shin, H Tampo, K Timmo, N D Nguyen, B Vermang   +18 more
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The Steady Rise of Kesterite Solar Cells [PDF]

ACS Energy Letters, 2017
A perspective on the status of kesterite solar ...
Suzanne K. Wallace, David B. Mitzi, Aron Walsh   +2 more
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Recovery Mechanisms in Aged Kesterite Solar Cells [PDF]

ACS Applied Energy Materials, 2022
For successful long-term deployment and operation of kesterites Cu2ZnSn(S x Se1-x )4 (CZTSSe) as light-absorber materials for photovoltaics, device stability and recovery in kesterite solar cells are investigated. A low-temperature heat treatment is applied to overcome the poor charge extraction that developed in the natural aging process.
Stephen Campbell, Martial Duchamp, Bethan Ford, Michael Jones, Linh Lan Nguyen, Matthew C. Naylor, Xinya Xu, Pietro Maiello, Guillaume Zoppi, Vincent Barrioz, Neil S. Beattie, Yongtao Qu   +11 more
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Rapid Thermal Processing of Kesterite thin films

Coatings, 2023
In this contribution we present work on rapid thermal annealing of as-electrodeposited thin films of Cu2ZnSnS4. The treatment was carried out in cold wall tubular reactor in dynamic conditions with variations of temperature, speed and time of the specific elements of the process.
Maxim Ganchev, Stanka Spasova, Taavi Raadik, Arvo Mere, Mare Altosaar, Enn Mellikov   +5 more
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Macroscopic versus microscopic photovoltaic response of heterojunctions based on mechanochemically prepared nanopowders of kesterite and n-type semiconductors

Semiconductor Physics, Quantum Electronics & Optoelectronics, 2017
Mechanochemically prepared nanopowder of selenium-free kesterite Cu2ZnSnS4 (CZTS) in combination with n-type semiconductors, i.e., CdS, ZnO and TiO2, was tested in planar and bulk-heterojunction solar cells.
O.P. Dimitriev, D.O. Grynko, A.M. Fedoryak, T.P. Doroshenko, M. Kratzer, C. Teichert, Yu.V. Noskov, N.A. Ogurtsov, A.A. Pud, P. Balaz, M. Balaz, M. Tesinsky   +11 more
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Band Alignments and Interfaces in Kesterite Photovoltaics [PDF]

, 2019
The kesterite materials, Cu2ZnSn(S,Se)4, represent a promising class of absorber materials, for cheap, earth-abundant, non-toxic photovoltaic cells. However, the record efficiency of a device based on these materials is only 12.6 %, compared to 15 % required for the material to be commercially viable and 22.6 % for the related chalcopyrite material ...
Gibbon, JT
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Rapid Cooling After Device Annealing Suppresses Interface Losses in Cu₂ZnSnS₄ Solar Cells Enabling High Efficiency and Stability. [PDF]

Adv Sci (Weinh)
Rapid cooling after device annealing regulates the CdS/CZTS heterojunction and Mo/CZTS back contact, suppressing interfacial recombination and modifying the interfacial MoS2 layer, thereby enabling a 15.9% indoor PCE in pure‐sulfide CZTS solar cells.
Nasyori A, Danilson M, Mengü I, Pilvet M, Krustok J, Kaupmees R, Mikli V, Josepson R, Gong Y, Alexander A, Hadke SS, Catalin Galca A, Vivo P, Wong LH, Unold T, Grossberg-Kuusk M, Kauk-Kuusik M.   +16 more
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Graphene-Engineered Rear Interfaces Enable Efficient Flexible CZTSSe Solar Cells on Metal Foils. [PDF]

Adv Sci (Weinh)
An atomically thin graphene interlayer stabilizes the rear interface of flexible CZTSSe solar cells by regulating interfacial stress, suppressing detrimental interfacial reactions, and reducing the back‐contact barrier. This strategy simultaneously improves photovoltaic performance and mechanical durability.
Ji Y, Yang W, Yan D, Luo W, Li J, Tang S, Fu J, Bullock J, Gao M, Li X, Li Z, Yang J, Xiong Z, Peng Y, Zhao P, Wei X, Shi H, Mulvaney P, Liu F.   +18 more
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Insight into the Impact of Wide Bandgap Transparent Conducting Oxide on the Performance of Thin Film Solar Cells. [PDF]

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Mg‐ and Ga‐codoped ZnO has emerged as an effective wide‐bandgap transparent conducting oxide for kesterite thin‐film solar cells, combining high transmittance with favorable electrical properties. By enabling near‐flat band alignment, reduced defect‐assisted recombination, and improved electron transport, Mg‐ and Ga‐codoped ZnO enhances the ...
Park Y, Jang JS, Malavekar DB, Choi H, Kim DH, Kang DH, Song D, Shin SW, Kim JH.   +8 more
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Controlling the Anionic Ratio and Gradient in Kesterite Technology [PDF]

ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, 2022
Accurate anionic control during the formation of chalcogenide solid solutions is fundamental for tuning the physicochemical properties of this class of materials. Compositional grading is the key aspect of band gap engineering and is especially valuable at the device interfaces for an optimum band alignment, for controlling interface defects and ...
Andrade-Arvizu, J., Rubio, R.F., Izquierdo-Roca, V., Becerril-Romero, I., Sylla, D., Vidal-Fuentes, P., Li-Kao, Z.J., Thomere, A., Giraldo, S., Tiwari, K., Resalati, S., Guc, M., Placidi, M.   +12 more
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