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  • Organic Electronics
  • Photovoltaics

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  • The molecular structure of cathode interface modification materials critically influences polymer solar cell (PSC) performance by altering surface morphology and electron transfer.
  • Inverted PSC structures are sensitive to interfacial properties, necessitating optimized cathode interfacial layers for improved device efficiency and stability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the impact of spatial configuration of cathode interfacial modification layers on inverted PSC device performance.
  • To explore the efficacy of novel organic ionic salts, specifically linear NS2 and three-dimensional (3D) NS4, in conjunction with ZnO films for fabricating high-efficiency PSCs.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of inverted PSCs using ZnO films modified with two novel organic ionic salts: linear NS2 and 3D NS4.
  • Characterization of the effects of these modifications on ZnO film properties, including surface traps and work function.
  • Evaluation of device performance metrics such as power conversion efficiency (PCE) and operational stability.

Main Results:

  • Both NS2 and NS4 reduced ZnO surface traps and improved work function compatibility.
  • The 3D NS4 modification significantly enhanced electron mobility and extraction efficiency, leading to a higher PCE of 10.09%.
  • Devices with 3D interfacial modification maintained 92% of their initial PCE after 160 days, demonstrating superior stability.

Conclusions:

  • The spatial configuration of organic ionic salts at the cathode interface plays a crucial role in PSC performance.
  • Three-dimensional organic ionic salts, like NS4, are effective in improving electron mobility, extraction efficiency, and device stability.
  • 3D interfacial modification offers a promising strategy to retard degradation pathways, such as element penetration, without hindering electron transfer, thereby enhancing overall device longevity.