Dye-sensitized Solar Cells: Novel Concepts, Materials, and State-of-the-Art Performances

Autor:	Adélio Mendes, H. Aguilar Ribeiro, Carlos A. V. Costa, P. M. Sommeling, J. M. Kroon
Rok vydání:	2009
Předmět:	Materials science Silicon Renewable Energy Sustainability and the Environment business.industry Photovoltaic system chemistry.chemical_element Nanotechnology Photovoltaic industry Dye-sensitized solar cell Semiconductor chemistry Photovoltaics Wafer business
Zdroj:	International Journal of Green Energy. 6:245-256
ISSN:	1543-5083 1543-5075
Popis:	Although the workhorse of the photovoltaic industry is still the silicon wafer, accounting for 90% of the market, it was early recognized that other semiconductors could make efficient solar cells. Organic-based photovoltaic technology has demonstrated the ability to cross the 10% efficiency barrier and is expected to eventually present lower costs than silicon-based technology, thus becoming a promising alternative. So, what are the strengths and remaining challenges for the thin-film solar cells industry? This article reviews state-of-the-art thin-film solar cells, focusing on dye-sensitized solar cells, and discusses future trends and possibilities of bringing this technology into the market of photovoltaics.
Databáze:	OpenAIRE
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