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A novel titanium dioxide (TiO2) interlayer enhances perovskite solar cell (PSC) efficiency and durability. This advancement in TiO2 nanorod arrays offers improved power conversion efficiency and stability for real-world applications.

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  • Renewable Energy
  • Nanotechnology

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  • Titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanorod (NR) arrays are crucial for high-efficiency perovskite solar cells (PSCs).
  • Traditional spin-coated TiO2 compact layers limit electron extraction and energy transfer in NR-based PSCs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop an ultrathin TiO2 interlayer to improve electron transport and reduce energy barriers in PSCs.
  • To enhance the power conversion efficiency (PCE) and reliability of TiO2 NR-based PSCs.

Main Methods:

  • Insertion of a 5 nm bifunctional TiO2 interlayer using atomic layer deposition (ALD) between fluorine-doped tin oxide (FTO) and the TiO2 compact layer.
  • Fabrication of TiO2 NR arrays on the modified interface.
  • Characterization of PSC performance, including PCE, hysteresis, and stability under thermal stress.

Main Results:

  • The ALD-deposited TiO2 interlayer effectively alleviates electron exchange and reduces the energetic barrier.
  • Optimized TiO2 NR array growth on the ALD interlayer leads to accelerated electron extraction and transfer.
  • A champion PSC achieved a power conversion efficiency of 20.28% with negligible hysteresis and high reliability.
  • Demonstrated superior performance of TiO2-NR-based PSCs under dry heat and thermal cycling tests.

Conclusions:

  • The ultrathin ALD TiO2 interlayer is a key factor in achieving highly efficient and durable TiO2 NR-based PSCs.
  • This approach significantly improves electron dynamics and device stability, paving the way for practical PSC applications.
  • The study highlights the importance of interfacial engineering for advancing perovskite solar cell technology.