Thomas William Colburn, Kuan Liu, Abigail Carbone, Omar Elsafty, Reinhold Horst Dauskardt
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Abstract
Perovskite (PVSK) solar cells offer significant benefits over conventional silicon cells including low-cost solution processibility, minimal materials usage related to strong photon absorption in thin-film cell architectures, and a tunable bandgap. However, PVSK films are mechanically fragile, and fracture of PVSK layers and adjacent interfaces are a significant concern during fabrication, encapsulation, and operation. Herein, a thin-film mechanics fracture analysis tailored for p–i–n and n–i–p PVSK solar cells on both soda lime glass and polyimide substrates fabricated with three PVSK crystallization methods is presented. The role of thermal processing of each cell layer is explored to determine the maximum allowable temperature below which fracture is inhibited. In the analysis, the mechanics basis for processing and materials selection guidelines for preventing fracture in PVSK solar cells is provided.
Solar RRLPhysics and Astronomy-Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics
CiteScore
12.10
自引率
6.30%
发文量
460
期刊介绍:
Solar RRL, formerly known as Rapid Research Letters, has evolved to embrace a broader and more encompassing format. We publish Research Articles and Reviews covering all facets of solar energy conversion. This includes, but is not limited to, photovoltaics and solar cells (both established and emerging systems), as well as the development, characterization, and optimization of materials and devices. Additionally, we cover topics such as photovoltaic modules and systems, their installation and deployment, photocatalysis, solar fuels, photothermal and photoelectrochemical solar energy conversion, energy distribution, grid issues, and other relevant aspects. Join us in exploring the latest advancements in solar energy conversion research.