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The document discusses the improvement of solar cells using nanoparticles, specifically quantum dots, highlighting their advantages such as tunable band gaps and hot carrier utilization. It outlines the manufacturing processes for quantum dots, the challenges they face, and potential solutions for integration into existing solar technologies. Additionally, it mentions innovations in nanoparticle materials and synthesis techniques that could enhance solar cell efficiency.

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The document discusses the improvement of solar cells using nanoparticles, specifically quantum dots, highlighting their advantages such as tunable band gaps and hot carrier utilization. It outlines the manufacturing processes for quantum dots, the challenges they face, and potential solutions for integration into existing solar technologies. Additionally, it mentions innovations in nanoparticle materials and synthesis techniques that could enhance solar cell efficiency.

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Solar Cell Improvement using

Nanoparticles (Quantum Dots)

Name : Adarsh
Thakur
Types of Solar Cells
Single-Junction Multiple-Junction
A Single-Junction solar cell is a type of photovoltaic(PV) cell Multi-junction (M.J) solar cells are solar cells with multiple p-n
that has a single p-n junction, meaning it consists of only junctions made of different semiconductor materials. Each
one layer of semiconductor material responsible for material's p-n junction will produce electric current in response to
converting sunlight into electricity. different wavelengths of light.
Traditional Solar Cells:
Materials Used Efficiency and Limitations Manufacturing Process
Taditional solar cells primarily use silicon Traditional solar cells have very limited The Manufacturing process of traditional
as the semiconductor material due to its efficiencies, with limitations such as high solar cells involves purifying silicon,
abundance and suitable electrical production costs and decreasing cutting it into wafers, doping to create p-n
properties for converting sunlight into performances over time due to junctions, and assembling into modules.
electricity. environmental factors.
Schockley-Queisser Limit

It States that the maximum possible efficiency of a single-junction solar cell under standard conditions (1 sun, AM1.5 spectrum) is
about 33.7%.

Theoretical Maximum Conversion efficiency:

$50 - $100/W

$0.20 - $0.50 -
$0.50/W $1.50/W
Some Advantages:
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Tunable Band Gap for Better Hot Carrier Utilization Low Cost/watt and Flexible Manufacturing
Light Absorption

In bulk semiconductor, excess energy from high QDs can be made using solution-based processes
In quantum dots(QDs), the band gap is size energy photons is lost as heat (thermalization loss). (colloidal quantum dots), allowing for cheap,
dependent due to quantum confinement. By scalable, and flexible solar panels.Uses materials
In QDs, quantum confinement slows down hot carrier
adjusting the size of the quantum dots, we can tune like pbS, pbSe which are abundant and cheap.
cooling, meaning the excited electrons retain their
their absorption spectrum to match different parts of
energy for longer. This allows for potential extraction
the solar spectrum more effectively.
of high-energy carriers before they lose their energy,
improving efficiency.
MEG(Multiple Exciton Generation)
More Particles in same space
Manufacturing of Quantum Dots:
1. Colloidal Synthesis.

Colloidal Synthesis is the most common method for producing a high quality tunable quantum dots in a liquid phase.

2. Chemical Vapour Deposition

CVD is used to grow thin film of quantum dots directly on a substrate.


How Are Quantum Dots Embedded in Solar Panels
1. Quantum Dot-Sensitized Solar Cells(QDSSCs)
2. Thin-Film Quantum Dot Solar
Cells
Challenges and Solutions:
Stability issues Integration in Solar Cost Considerations
Cell Designs

Quantum dots can degrade under Integrating quantum dots into The high cost of producing high-quality
prolonged exposure to sunlight and air. existing solar cell technology poses quantum dots is a barrier to their
Encapsulation techniques and challenges due to compatibility and widespread adoption in commercial
development of more robust materials are manufacturing processes. Hybrid solar cells. Research is focused on
being explored to enhace their stability. and tandem cell architectures are developing cost-effective synthesis
potential solutions. methods.
Innovations in
Nanoparticles

New Materials Improved Synthesis


Technique
Exploration of materials like
perovskites and organic-inorganic Developing advanced synthesis
hybrids is becoming critical in methods, such as microwave-
nanoparticle research, promising assisted synthesis or green
enhanced properties and new chemistry approaches, can lead to
applications. more efficient production and higher
quality
nanoparticles.
Integration With Other Technologies

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Tandem Cells Hybrid Systems
Integration of nanoparticles in tandem solar cells can Combining nanoparticles with other advanced technologies, like
significantly boost their efficiency by capturing a broader organic electronics could lead to innovative hybrid systems with
spectrum of sunlight. superior performance and new functionalities.
References:
https://www.researchgate.net/publications/329660341_Quantum_Dots_Solar_Cells

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Multiple_exciton_generation

https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/computer-science/quantum-dot-solar-cell
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