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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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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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Graphene Thin Film: Proposing as Active Layer in Solar Cells
Abstract: Solar cells are the need of today’s world due to its different advantages like renewable energy source, no toxic gases produce, i.e. environment friendly, etc. To synthesize and enhance the performance of solar cells, various different technologies are used. Different materials and different structures are used by the researcher to improve the solar cell technology. Research works give more attention towards this, because this technology opens up the new window …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 30–45 Read article
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Impact of Active Layer Thickness and Incident Beam Intensity on Organic Solar Cell Efficiency
Abstract: Organic solar cell is becoming an emerging and popular field in research because of its various economic and environmental merits. This paper presents the impact of thickness of active layer and incident beam intensity on power conversion efficiency (PCE) of organic solar cell. Bulk heterojunction (BHJ) solar cell is considered with organic active layer of MEH-PPV: PCBM material and Indium-Tin-Oxide (ITO) material as transparent anode onto which beam is incident. …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 19–26 Read article
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Hybrid Organic–Inorganic Metal Halide Perovskite Solar Cells: A Comprehensive Review of Materials, Device Architectures, Stability, Hysteresis, and Commercialization Challenges
Abstract: Hybrid organic–inorganic metal halide perovskite solar cells (PSCs) have emerged as a major focus of photovoltaic research due to their remarkable increase in power conversion efficiency, reaching 28% within a short period. Perovskite materials exhibit several attractive properties, including long charge-carrier diffusion lengths, tunable band gaps, and excellent light absorption capability. In addition, their low-cost fabrication processes combined with high efficiency make PSCs strong competitors to conventional silicon-based solar cells. …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 47–60 Read article
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A Review on Perovskite Solar Cells
Abstract: A solar cell is a device that converts directly sunlight into electricity. crystal structure as CaTiO3 known as the perovskite structure. Perovskite solar cells are recorded with 26% efficiency with low processing cost and high stable characteristics. In this report, few problems are highlighted which is needed to be resolved for much better perovskite solar cell like toxicity, durability, cost-effectiveness. we present the lead-free perovskite light absorbers for solar cell …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 36–40 Read article
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The Working Mechanism Of Solar Cells To Produce Electrical Energy ToCharge Car Batteries
Abstract: This study investigates the mechanism of solar cells in producing electrical energy to charge car batteries, focusing on solar energy supply, performance, and related technologies. It examines solar cell production, functioning, and integration into mechanical systems, such as suspension and brakes. Solar cells harness sunlight to generate electricity, which is then transported to the motor and subsequently to the vehicle's wheels. The research highlights the dual role of the turbine …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 Read article
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Modeling and Simulation of n-ZnO/i-ZnO/Si p-i-n Heterojunction Solar Cell
Abstract: This paper presents 2D numerical simulation of n-ZnO/i-ZnO/p-Si p-i-n heterojunction solar cell using commercial device simulation software ATLAS from Silvaco Inc. This work deals with the design and performance optimization of p-i-n heterojunction solar cell using two dimensional computer aided design (TCAD) tool ATLAS from Silvaco Inc. The device has been simulated and analyzed with respect to the I-V characteristics of the device in dark and illuminated condition. Further figure …
Published in International Journal of Microelectronics and Digital integrated circuits · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Solar Cell Powered Sensors for Iot Applications
Abstract: The Internet of Things (IoT) is one of the most revolutions in a number of industries, where the devices are interconnected to collect, analyze, and act on data in real-time. This network of smart devices is transforming how we live, work, and interact with our environment. The key components of IoT include sensors, communication networks, data processing units, and actuators. Sensors collect real-time data from the environment, which is then …
Published in International Journal of Power Electronics Controllers and Converters · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 Read article
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Electrical Characteristics of a Solar Cell/PV Module
Abstract: Conventionally, a PV system consists of solar PV arrays and electric converters. A PV array is formed by series/parallel combination of solar modules. Some operating conditions result in non-uniform irradiance of PV array, such as shadows, clouds, dirt, debris, bird droppings, different orientations and tilts, and so on. If several solar cells in a series PV module are mismatched due to non-uniform irradiance, these cells will limit the output current …
Published in International Journal of Analog Integrated Circuits · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 25–35 Read article
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Analyzed the Interfacing Effect on Performance of Perovskite Solar Cell Using Copper Thiocyanate (CuSCN) as Hole Transport Layer
Abstract: The interfacing layers occurs between the electron transport layer (ETL) (TiO 2 ) and Absorber layer(CH 3 NH 3 PbI 3 ) and also Absorber layer (CH 3 NH 3 PbI 3 ) and hole transport layer (HTL) play important role in the efficacy of perovskite solar cells using SCAPS Tool. Using solar cells makes sense and may even be required in the future when new clean energy sources are …
Published in International Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 49–55 Read article
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Preparation of Cu2O/ZnO Heterojunction Thin Film Solar Cell grown by RF Magnetron Sputtering
Abstract: Both cuprous oxide (Cu2O) and zinc oxide (ZnO) hold a very important position in the fields of materials science due to great potential in many acoustic, electric and optical applications. Cu2O, a direct-gap semiconductor with band gap energy of 2.0 eV has been regarded as one of the most promising materials for application to photovoltaic cells, especially for the top cell in a tandem structure. The attractiveness of Cu2O and …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 27–30 Read article
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Effect of various parameters and Equivalent Circuit Analysis on Degradation of Organic Solar Cell
Abstract: This study conducts a mathematical analysis on organic solar cells. Two modeling approaches are studied, equivalent circuit model and optical model. Equivalent circuit model study is conducted by undergoing parametric extraction study of two diode model by implementing genetic algorithm using optimization toolbox in Matlab 2014. Two studies conducted in this section, two diode model study on degradation of organic solar cell under continuous illumination. The optimization studies includes the …
Published in International Journal of Analog Integrated Circuits · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 5–9 Read article
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The Study of Electrical Performance of Perovskite (CH3NH3PbX3, X=I, Br, Cl) Solar Cell at Different Absorption Coefficient
Abstract: Electrical Performance and numerical simulation of perovskite solar cells were carried out utilizing perovskite materials such "methyl ammonium lead halide (MAPbX3, MA= CH3NH3, X=I, Br, Cl)" with different absorption coefficients with the help of SCAPS tools and calculated the open-circuit voltage (Voc), fill factor (FF), power conversion efficiency (PCE), and short-circuit current density (Jsc) of the MAPbI3, MAPbBr3 and MAPbCl3 material used as active layer, respectively. The hole transport layer …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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Performance study of Perovskite (CH3NH3PbX3, X=I, Br,Cl) Solar Cell using Copper Thiocyanate (CuSCN) as Hole Transport Layer
Abstract: Using perovskite compounds such as "methyl ammonium lead halide (MAPbX3, MA= CH3NH3, X=I, Br, Cl)" and SCAPS tools, researchers conducted a thorough modelling and numerical simulation of perovskite solar cells. They also measured metrics such as "open-circuit voltage (Voc), fill factor (FF), power conversion efficiency (PCE), and short-circuit current density (Jsc) of the MAPbI3, MAPbBr3, and MAPbCl3 material used as active layer, respectively." As the hole transport layer (HTL) in …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 Read article
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A Comprehensive Study of ZnxFe2–xO3 Nanocomposite for the Applications of Medical, Photocatalytic, and Solar Cells
Abstract: ZnxFe2–xO3 nanoparticles and composites are a focus area of research in nanotechnology, biotechnology, and material engineering. The functional properties of these nanomaterials depend on the scientific method of synthesizing and characterizing procedure. In this study, greater attention is invested on biological synthesis of ZnxFe2–xO3 nanoparticles and nanocomposite. For in vivo or in vitro study, properties, such as biocompatibility, reactivity, bio sensitivity, photosensitivity, and biodegradability are considered. Besides, the Ferrofluid and …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 44–51 Read article
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Transparent Sodium Silicate Encapsulated Cellulose Nanospheres
Abstract: Transparent cellulose is a research hotspot in current science. Transparent nanocellulose finds applications in energy, environment, defense, catalysis, and medicine. Sodium silicate-modified cellulose fibers were reported to be transparent. There have been various other strategies, like generating sulfate groups on nanocellulose surfaces for inducing transparency in cellulose-based materials. However, the synthesis of transparent nanospheres of cellulose with encapsu-lated sodium silicate has never been reported in the literature. Here in, for …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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Nano Flake – A Cost-effective Method for Solar Cells
Abstract: A technical step forward may bring solar power within the grab of ordinary households, by both reducing the cost of producing solar cells and improving their efficiency. Solar energy currently accounts for less than 1% of the world’s electricity because it is a difficult and expensive means of electricity production. One of the key issues limiting the exploitation of solar energy is the cost per kWh of producing electricity. Solar …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 37–40 Read article
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Solar Cells Enable Fire Extinguishing Robot
Abstract: The fire extinguisher robot is intended to doze fires, provide sensor data in locations where human intervention is not safe. The bot utilizes data acquired from the sensors to transmit the data to a web application. Through this web application, firemen can monitor the situation. The bot is capable of navigating in an indoor setting. It can also be controlled by humans through the app—steer the bot and eject water …
Published in International Journal of Microelectronics and Digital integrated circuits · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Controlled Texture of Magnetron Sputtered Transparent Conducting ZnO: Al Films for Solar Cell Applications
Abstract: Textured transparent and conducting ZnO:Al films were prepared by rf-magnetron sputtering on glass substrate at a temperature 3500C under Ar and Ar+O2 gas ambient. ZnO:Al thin films shows a minimum electrical resistivity of (~8.210-4 Ω-cm), and high optical transmittance (T~86–90% average) in visible region. With increasing of oxygen concentration ZnO:Al films become more compact, stoichiometric and becomes more electrically resistive. ZnO:Al shows hexagonal wurtzite polycrystalline structure with strong (002) orientations. …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 12–19 Read article