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8 articles for “Dye sensitized solar cells”
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Future prospects for DSSCs and its fabrication parameters with efficiency enhancement
Abstract: Dye-sensitized solar cells which combine the unique properties of both the organic compound and inorganic compound have attracted the attention of scientists. Thin film of TiO2 paste deposited on ITO (Indium doped Tin Oxide) acts as one electrode, Carbon electrode acts as counter electrode and ruthenium as the sensitizer. I-/I3- is used as the electrolyte. An increase of output potential when the cell was heated over a short period of …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 18–30 Read article
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A Review on Modified TiO2 Nanostructured Materials in DSSC
Abstract: Dye sensitized solar cells DSSCs emerged as a new class of low cost energy conversion devices with simple manufacturing procedures and environmentally friendly character.TiO2 controls the light harvesting and confinement properties of the cell, in addition to preventing charge recombination and promoting charge transport toward the anode. These last two parameters are major factors in determining the charge collection efficiency. The particle size and shape, crystallinity, surface morphology and chemistry …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 10–21 Read article
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A Review on Nanotechnology for Catalysis and Solar Energy Conversion
Abstract: Abstract This roadmap on Nanotechnology for Catalysis and Solar Energy Conversion focuses on the application of nanotechnology in addressing the current challenges of energy conversion: ‘high efficiency, stability, safety, and the potential for low-cost/scalable manufacturing. Solar-to-fuel conversion involves using nanotechnology to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of converting solar energy into chemical fuels. Solar Water Splitting Nanotechnology is applied to enhance the process of splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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A Review on Nanotechnology for Catalysis and Solar Energy Conversion
Abstract: This roadmap on Nanotechnology for Catalysis and Solar Energy Conversion focuses on theapplication of nanotechnology in addressing the current challenges of energy conversion: ‘highefficiency, stability, safety, and the potential for low-cost/scalable manufacturing.Solar-to-fuel conversion involves using nanotechnology to improve the efficiency and effectivenessof converting solar energy into chemical fuels. Solar Water Splitting Nanotechnology is applied toenhance the process of splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen using solar energy. SolarPhotovoltaics The roadmap …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 Read article
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Sustainable Energy Solutions: Enhancing the Efficacy and Stability of Lead Iodide Perovskite Solar Cells
Abstract: Lead iodide perovskite solar cells have emerged as a transformative technology in the field of photovoltaics, demonstrating remarkable power conversion efficiencies that rival traditional silicon- based solar cells. However, conacerns regarding their long-term stability and environmental impact pose significant challenges for their widespread adoption. This study investigates the current advancements in lead iodide perovskite solar cells, emphasizing strategies to enhance both their efficiency and stability. We explore innovative approaches, such …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Harvesting of Solar Energy in Nanotechnology
Abstract: Nanotechnology is an impressive technology that resolved the energy related problem to provides a wide range of resources. Many appliances and increasing mechanism may be less as compared to 100 nm, for this purpose it provides an innovative tradition in the direction of storation, catch in addition to convert the power through different mechanism. The sun has an enormous quantity of a force that may be obtained from side to …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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Basic Fundamentals of Different Solar Cells, Solar Energy Materials and Photovoltaic Performances
Abstract: Solar cell is one of the thrust areas of modern technology in the field of renewable energy. Crystalline semiconductor wafer based solar cells (SCs) (thicknesses almost 200–300 μm) mainly crystalline-Si or GaAs based solar cells are playing the legend role in last few decades. With technological revolution, thin film SCs (thickness range 1–2 μm), dye-sensitized or Graetzel, organic/polymer and plasmonic solar cell respectively are known as 2nd,3rd, 4th and 5th …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Nanostructured Carbon Aloe vera based DSSC Solar Cell Using Screen Printing Technology
Abstract: Today every nation faces vitality emergencies; so, to conquer it, various arrangements are given to advance towards sun-based energy harvesting which is rich and allowed to utilize. The presented study aims to give a simple synthesis technique for mass production of DSSC from working principles to the first commercial use. DSSC converts solar energy into electricity with help of energy harvesting materials like natural dye which makes it more sustainable …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 52–59 Read article