PHOTOVOLTAIC PERFORMANCE

Apr 10 2025SCIENCE

Flexible Solar Cells: The Power of Surface Treatments

Flexible solar cells have seen a lot of progress lately. They are getting better at turning sunlight into energy and staying tough. One big reason for this is the use of a special material called polyethylene naphthalate. This stuff is like the backbone of these solar cells, making them bendable and strong. Now, let's talk about something called 2D organic surface t...

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Jan 27 2025SCIENCE

Boosting Solar Power: A Polymer's Role in Efficient Solar Cells

Organic solar cells (OSCs) have been making big strides, but they still face a major hurdle: energy loss. This loss limits how much better their performance can get. To tackle this issue, scientists have turned to a smart strategy called "ternary, " which helps fine-tune energy loss and boost efficiency. Here's where a special polymer comes in. This polymer, known as...

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