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A New Revolution in the Field Of Solar Cells

Scientists at KAUST have created a solar-cell module that reduces cell-to-module losses by reconsidering the optical design and stacking of the module.

23 Aug 2022

Researchers Discuss the Use of Iron Disulfide in Solar Cells

A paper recently published in the journal ACS Applied Electronic Materials reviewed the use of iron disulfide/pyrite in solar cells to improve their efficiency.

18 Aug 2022

New Model Could Unlock New Pathways to Efficient Organic Solar Cells

Solar cells based on organic molecules offer potential advantages over conventional devices for converting light into electricity. These organic solar cells could be inexpensive, durable, and easy to make. However, organic cells do not yet have performance that matches conventional devices.

17 Aug 2022

Ammonia Usage to Rebuild Perovskite Film for Solar Panel Creation

Perovskite films, which combine organic and inorganic materials, have been under suspicion by scientists since 2009 as a potential material for solar panel manufacturing. In contrast to silicon wafers, perovskites are extremely thin films with a particular crystal structure that is efficient, lightweight, and inexpensive.

16 Aug 2022

Novel Colorization Strategy for Solar Photovoltaic Panels

Solar panels are not just for rooftops; some buildings have these energy-generating devices covering every inch of their exterior.

16 Aug 2022

Overcoming Inefficiencies in Flexible Perovskite Solar Cells with Van der Waals Stacking

A group of researchers recently published a paper in the journal ACS Energy Letters that demonstrated the feasibility of using the van der Waals stacking (vdWS) strategy to overcome the inefficiencies of flexible perovskite solar cells (f-PSCs).

15 Aug 2022

Scientists Discuss Logistic Processes Occurring in the Energy Sector

The energy sector is a complex industry, with multiple logistic processes which can potentially impact the efficient delivery of alternative energy technologies to both domestic and commercial customers. Now, a new paper in the journal Energies has analyzed these processes, providing a basis for future research in this field.

12 Aug 2022

Hybrid Organic–Inorganic Crystal Makes Solar Cells Thinner than Today’s Silicon Solar Cells

A new material can make solar cells a thousand times thinner than today's silicon solar cells. This material is a hybrid organic–inorganic crystal called halide perovskite. Now, a novel approach allows scientists to watch changes in the material's structure and functional properties at the same time as the material solidifies into a thin film from solution.

29 Jul 2022

Perovskite-Silicon Tandem Solar Cells Performance Improved by Extra Layer of Magnesium Fluoride

Researchers from KAUST discovered that adding a metal fluoride layer to multilayered perovskite-silicon tandem solar cells can stop charge recombination and improve performance.

28 Jul 2022

Researchers Develop a Prototype for Fully Scalable All-Perovskite Tandem Solar Modules

Researchers at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) have developed a prototype for fully scalable all-perovskite tandem solar modules. These modules have an efficiency of up to 19.1 percent with an aperture area of 12.25 square centimeters.

19 Jul 2022

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Photovoltaics News

A New Revolution in the Field Of Solar Cells

Researchers Discuss the Use of Iron Disulfide in Solar Cells

New Model Could Unlock New Pathways to Efficient Organic Solar Cells

Ammonia Usage to Rebuild Perovskite Film for Solar Panel Creation

Novel Colorization Strategy for Solar Photovoltaic Panels

Overcoming Inefficiencies in Flexible Perovskite Solar Cells with Van der Waals Stacking

Scientists Discuss Logistic Processes Occurring in the Energy Sector

Hybrid Organic–Inorganic Crystal Makes Solar Cells Thinner than Today’s Silicon Solar Cells

Perovskite-Silicon Tandem Solar Cells Performance Improved by Extra Layer of Magnesium Fluoride

Researchers Develop a Prototype for Fully Scalable All-Perovskite Tandem Solar Modules

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

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Observation of Paraffin Wax Crystallization in Lubricating Oils Using Scanning Electron Microscopy

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

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How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

1Transforming Carbon Dioxide and Lignin Into Biodegradable Polymers

2Advancement of 3D Printing with New Plastic Coating

3A Greener Way of Producing Ammonia

4Overcoming Challenges in Solid-State Sodium Battery Production

5New Recipes for Improved Battery Materials

6Making Stronger and Safer Lithium Batteries

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