Colloidal quantum dot photovoltaics

Susanna M. Thon; Edward H. Sargent

doi:10.1117/12.896654

13 September 2011 Colloidal quantum dot photovoltaics

Susanna M. Thon, Edward H. Sargent

Proceedings Volume 8110, Thin Film Solar Technology III; 81100N (2011) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.896654
Event: SPIE Solar Energy + Technology, 2011, San Diego, California, United States

Abstract

Colloidal quantum dot solar cells offer the possibility of combining low-cost, low-temperature solution-processing with efficient photon harvesting over the entire solar spectrum. Their quantum size effect tunability offers a path to tandem and triple-junction cells. The first solution-processed infrared solar cells were reported in 2005; the latest devices offer greater than 5% AM1.5 PCE and many paths remain for further improvement to 10% and beyond. We will review the field and its prospects.

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Susanna M. Thon and Edward H. Sargent "Colloidal quantum dot photovoltaics", Proc. SPIE 8110, Thin Film Solar Technology III, 81100N (13 September 2011); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.896654

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