Current status of solar cell diffusion research

Are dye-sensitized solar cells a conflict of interest?

The authors declare no conflict of interest. Abstract Dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) are among the most attractive third-generation photovoltaic technologies due to their low toxicity, versatility, roll-to-roll compatibility, ultralightne...

How efficient are DSSC solar cells?

The efficiency of existing DSSCs reaches up to 12%, using Ru (II) dyes by optimizing material and structural properties which is still less than the efficiency offered by first- and second-generation solar cells, i.e., other thin-film solar cells and Si-based solar cells which offer ~ 20–30% efficiency.

What are dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs)?

Dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) are among the most attractive third-generation photovoltaic technologies due to their low toxicity, versatility, roll-to-roll compatibility, ultralightness, and attractive power conversion efficiencies (PCEs).

Does photoluminescent layer improve the performance of dye-sensitized solar cells?

RSC Adv 5:66057–66066. Wang TH, Huang TW, Tsai YC, Chang YW, Liao CS (2015) A photoluminescent layer for improving the performance of dye-sensitized solar cells. Chem Commun 51:7253–7256.

What is the FF of a solar cell?

Boyo et al. achieved η = 0.12% with the JSC = 0.69 mAcm − 2, VOC = 0.054 V, and FF = 0.87 for the flavonoid dye-sensitized solar cell .

What are the prospects of solar cell technology?

The prospects of various solar cell technologies are promising but differ in focus. Silicon-based solar cells continue to evolve, with prospects for improved efficiency and cost reduction through advanced materials and manufacturing techniques.