• 한국분말재료학회지
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• 제29권4호
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• pp.297-302
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• 2022

This study compares the characteristics of a compact TiO₂ (c-TiO₂) powdery film, which is used as the electron transport layer (ETL) of perovskite solar cells, based on the manufacturing method. Additionally, its efficiency is measured by applying it to a carbon electrode solar cell. Spin-coating and spray methods are compared, and spray-based c-TiO₂ exhibits superior optical properties. Furthermore, surface analysis by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and atomic force microscopy (AFM) exhibits the excellent surface properties of spray-based TiO₂. The photoelectric conversion efficiency (PCE) is 14.31% when applied to planar perovskite solar cells based on metal electrodes. Finally, carbon nanotube (CNT) film electrode-based solar cells exhibits a 76% PCE compared with that of metal electrode-based solar cells, providing the possibility of commercialization.

• 한국전기전자재료학회논문지
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• 제27권12호
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• pp.776-791
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• 2014

A marvellous solar cell technology system based on organometal halide perovskites has recently shown an unprecedented progress in power conversion efficiency (PCE); the certified one of 17.9% and unconfirmed of 19.3%, as well as the estimated electricity with a generating cost lower than the half of conventional methods based on fossil fuels. In this report the present status of stability with regards to moisture, ambient temperature, ultraviolet and lead toxicity as well as the key technological developments for the early commercialization are covered. Comprehensive understanding of material science for perovskites is required, together with complete encapsulation technologies beyond those for OLEDs, in order to ensure a 20-year-longer-than lifetime of PSCs (perovskite solar cells) and the stability according to the IEC 61646 damp heat test standard, which will result in the replacement of silicon solar cells with PSCs.

• Current Photovoltaic Research
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• 제12권1호
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• pp.1-5
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• 2024

Perovskite solar cells have exhibited a remarkable increase in efficiency from an initial 3.8% to 26.1%, marking a significant advancement. However, challenges persist in the commercialization of perovskite solar cells due to their low stability with respect to humidity, light exposure, and temperature. Moreover, the instability of the organic charge transport layer underscores the need for exploring inorganic alternatives. In the manufacturing process of the perovskite solar cells' oxide charge transport layer, ultraviolet-ozone (UVO) treatment is commonly applied to enhance the wettability of the perovskite solution. The UVO treatment on metal oxides has proven effective in suppressing surface oxygen vacancies and removing surface organic contaminants. This study focused on the characterization of nickel oxide as the hole transport material in perovskite solar cells, specifically investigating the impact of UVO treatment on film properties. Through this analysis, changes induced by the UVO treatment were observed, and consequent alterations in the device characteristics were identified.

• Current Photovoltaic Research
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• 제6권2호
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• pp.31-38
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• 2018

Multijunction solar cells present a practical solution towards a better photovoltaic conversion for a wider spectral range. In this review, we compare different types of multi-ijunction solar cell. First, we introduce thin film multijunction solar cell include to the thin film silicon, III-V material and chalcopyrite material. Until now the maximum reported power conversion efficiencies (PCE) of solar cells having different component sub-cells are 14.0% (thin film silicon), 46% (III-V material), 4.4% (chalcopyrite material) respectively. We then discuss the development of multijunction solar cell in which c-Si is used as bottom sub-cell while III-V material, thin film silicon, chalcopyrite material or perovskite material is used as top sub-cells.

• 한국산학기술학회논문지
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• 제19권6호
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• pp.600-613
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• 2018

본 연구에서는 "플렉시블 태양 전지(Flexible Solar Cell)"에 대한 학술 문헌(논문) 데이터 베이스를 대상으로 네트워크 분석을 진행하고 이를 바탕으로 "플렉시블 태양 전지(Flexible Solar Cell)"의 최근 연구 동향을 분석하였다. 네트워크 분석에 사용된 데이터는 2013년부터 2017년까지의 최근 5년 간의 학술 논문을 대상으로 하였으며, 주요 분석 기법으로는 키워드 빈도 수 출현 기반 분석 및 중심성 분석 (연결 정도 중심성, 근접 중심성, 매개 중심성)을 적용하였다. 네트워크 분석 결과, "전지(cell)"은 중심성 척도가 0.8 이상으로, 전체 키워드 중 80% 이상과 연결되어 있어, 플렉시블 태양 전지 (Flexible Solar Cell) 분야의 연구 중심으로 식별이 되었다. "페로브스카이트(Perovskite)"와 "CIGS(CuInGaSe2)"는 "전지(cell)"의 하위 그룹의 중심으로 식별되었다. 이러한 분석 결과는 최신 기술인 "CIGS/페로브스카이트 탠덤 태양 전지"를 의미하고 있음을 확인 할 수 있었다. 향후 분석 기법을 보다 최적화/정교화하게 된다면 현재의 기술 동향 예측을 통해서 관련 연구 분야의 기술기획 및 연구 방향성 제시에 큰 도구로 활용 될 것이라 기대한다.

• 한국재료학회지
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• 제28권4호
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• pp.235-240
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• 2018

We propose a speedy two-step deposit process to form an Au electrode on hole transport layer(HTL) without any damage using a general thermal evaporator in a perovskite solar cell(PSC). An Au electrode with a thickness of 70 nm was prepared with one-step and two-step processes using a general thermal evaporator with a 30 cm source-substrate distance and $6.0{\times}10^{-6}$ torr vacuum. The one-step process deposits the Au film with the desirable thickness through a source power of 60 and 100 W at a time. The two-step process deposits a 7 nm-thick buffer layer with source power of 60, 70, and 80 W, and then deposits the remaining film thickness at higher source power of 80, 90, and 100 W. The photovoltaic properties and microstructure of these PSC devices with a glass/FTO/$TiO_2$/perovskite/HTL/Au electrode were measured by a solar simulator and field emission scanning electron microscope. The one-step process showed a low depo-temperature of $88.5^{\circ}C$ with a long deposition time of 90 minutes at 60 W. It showed a high depo-temperature of $135.4^{\circ}C$ with a short deposition time of 8 minutes at 100 W. All the samples showed an ECE lower than 2.8 % due to damage on the HTL. The two-step process offered an ECE higher than 6.25 % without HTL damage through a deposition temperature lower than $88^{\circ}C$ and a short deposition time within 20 minutes in general. Therefore, the proposed two-step process is favorable to produce an Au electrode layer for the PSC device with a general thermal evaporator.

• 한국입자에어로졸학회지
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• 제19권2호
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• pp.21-30
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• 2023

Solar cells, converting abundant solar energy into electrical energy, are considered crucial for sustainable energy generation. Recent advancements focus on nanoparticle-enhanced solar cells to overcome limitations and improve efficiency. These cells offer two potential efficiency enhancements. Firstly, plasmonic effects through nanoparticles can improve optical performance by enhancing absorption. Secondly, nanoparticles can improve charge transport and reduce recombination losses, enhancing electrical performance. However, factors like nanoparticle size, placement, and solar cell structure influence the overall performance. This study evaluates the performance of silver nanoparticles incorporated in a p-i-n structure of perovskite solar cells, generated via aerosol state by the evaporation and condensation system. The silver nanoparticles deposited between the hole transport layer and transparent electrode form nanoparticle embedded transport layer (NETL). The evaluation of the optoelectronic properties of perovskite devices using NETL demonstrates their potential for improving efficiency. The findings highlight the possibility of nanoparticle incorporation in perovskite solar cells, providing insights for sustainable energy generation.

• Current Photovoltaic Research
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• 제6권1호
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• pp.12-16
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• 2018

The interest in perovskite solar cells has been skyrocketed owing to their rapid progress in efficiency in recent years. Here, we report the effect of non-stoichiometry in the methylammonium lead trihalide ($MAPbI_3$) precursors used in a solution process with different MAI : $PbI_2$ ratios of 1 : 0.96, 1 : 1.10, 1 : 1.15, and 1:1.20. With an increase in the $PbI_2$ content, the $PbI_2$ secondary phase was found to form at grain boundary region of perovskite thin films, as evidenced by X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). In terms of device performance, open-circuit voltage in particular is significantly improved with increasing the molar ratio of $PbI_2$, which is possibly ascribed to the reduction in recombination sites at grain boundary of perovskite and hence the prolonged life time of light-generated carriers according to the reported. As a result, the $PbI_2-excess$ devices exhibited a higher power conversion efficiency compared to the MAI-excess ones.

• 공업화학
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• 제35권2호
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• pp.128-133
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• 2024

안티솔벤트를 이용한 결정화는 밀도 높고 균일한 페로브스카이트 필름을 얻는 효과적인 접근 방법이나, 일반적으로 사용되는 chlorobenzene (CB)과 같은 안티솔벤트는 독성을 가지며, 공기 중에서 페로브스카이트 결정화의 제어가 용이하지 않다. 본 연구에서는 공기 중 공정에 적합하며 친환경적인 안티솔벤트인 isopropyl acetate (IA)를 사용하여 페로브스카이트 태양전지를 제작하고자 하며 사이아노기, 카보닐기 및 벤젠 고리와 같은 작용기를 포함한 ethyl-4-cyanocinnamate (E4CN)을 안티솔벤트에 첨가제로 사용함으로서 성능 및 안정성을 개선하고자 한다. E4CN과 페로브스카이트 결함과의 상호작용으로 페로브스카이트 필름에 존재하는 un-coordinated Pb²⁺ 및 I₂ 결함을 제어할 수 있으며 이로 인한 재조합의 억제와 전하추출의 개선을 관찰할 수 있다. 그 결과 E4CN을 사용한 페로브스카이트 소자는 기준 소자 대비 개선된 18.89%의 최대 전력 변환 효율을 보여준다. 더불어, 기준 소자의 경우, 소자효율이 시간에 따라 급격히 감소하여 200 시간 후 효율값이 0%까지 저하되지만 E4CN이 도입된 소자의 경우, 300 시간 후 초기 광전변환효율의 60%를 유지하는 개선된 안정성을 보여준다.

• Current Photovoltaic Research
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• 제10권4호
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• pp.101-106
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• 2022

We prepared a CsPbI₂Br solution using Cesium iodide (CsI), Lead (II) bromide (PbBr₂) and Lead (II) iodide (PbI₂) materials into a polar solvent mixture of N,N-dimethylformamide (DMF) and Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO). A simple spin coating technique was used for the fabrication of CsPbI₂Br absorber layer in the solution process. In order to prepare uniform coating of absorber film we adopted a hot-air process in assocation with the spin coating. It was confirmed that the thin film manufactured by the hot-air process had a higher absorption rate than that without it, and the optical band gap was measured 1.93 eV. The thin film of absorber was uniformly prepared and revealed the Black α-Cubic crystal phase as proved through X-ray diffraction analysis. Finally, a perovskite solar cell having an n-i-p structure was manufactured with a CsPbI₂Br perovskite absorption layer. From the solar cell, we obtained a power conversion efficiency (PCE) of 5.97% in a forward measurement.