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Interdiffusion Stomatal Movement in Efficient Multiple-Cation-Based Perovskite Solar Cells.

Cong Li¹, Zhinan Zhu¹, Bingqiang Niu¹

¹Academy of Advanced Interdisciplinary Research, School of Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, Xidian University, Xi'an 710126, China.

ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces

|July 15, 2020

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This study optimized perovskite solar cells by incorporating cesium and controlling methylammonium bromide. The resulting CsMAFABr perovskite films achieved a 21.57% power conversion efficiency, enhancing device performance and stability.

Keywords:

crystallinity multiple-cation perovskite solar cells planar structure stomatal movement

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Renewable Energy

Background:

High-quality perovskite films are crucial for efficient solar cells.
Cesium (Cs) and methylammonium chlorine (MACl) influence perovskite crystallization and device performance.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the effects of Cs and MABr on perovskite film properties and solar cell performance.
To develop a highly crystallized and compact CsMAFABr perovskite film.

Main Methods:

An ion exchange method was used to remove MACl vapor and introduce Cs.
Varying amounts of methylammonium bromide (MABr) were employed.
Annealing time was adjusted to control crystallization and morphology.

Main Results:

Increased annealing time led to MACl formation and improved surface morphology porosity.
A highly crystallized and compact CsMAFABr perovskite film was successfully fabricated.
Perovskite solar cells (PerSCs) using 12 mg of MABr achieved the highest power conversion efficiency (PCE) of 21.57%.

Conclusions:

The composition and crystallization process significantly impact perovskite film quality and device performance.
Optimized CsMAFABr perovskite films show great potential for high-efficiency solar cells.