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    • Materials Science
    • Renewable Energy
    • Semiconductor Physics

    Background:

    • The solar cell industry is rapidly advancing photovoltaic power generation.
    • Improving solar cell efficiency with cost-effective fabrication remains a key challenge.
    • The interface between silicon (Si) and electrodes is critical for solar cell performance.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To enhance the efficiency of Si-based solar cells through optimized electrode interface pre-treatments.
    • To analyze adhesion properties and contact resistance variations at the Si-electrode interface.
    • To introduce a low-cost electrode fabrication method for Si solar cells.

    Main Methods:

    • Four different pre-treatments were applied to the electrode interface of Si solar cells.
    • Adhesion properties and contact resistance were analyzed at the Si-electrode interface.
    • A Ni/Cu electroless plating method replaced traditional Ag screen printing for electrode fabrication.

    Main Results:

    • The Ni/Cu electroless plating method proved to be a low-temperature, low-cost alternative.
    • Pre-treatments significantly improved adhesion at the Si-electrode interface.
    • Test cells fabricated with the new method showed enhanced efficiency compared to those using diluted HF.

    Conclusions:

    • Optimizing the Si-electrode interface through pre-treatment is crucial for enhancing solar cell efficiency.
    • Low-cost Ni/Cu electroless plating offers a viable alternative for electrode fabrication.
    • The developed method improves adhesion and efficiency, contributing to cost-effective solar cell production.