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Aggregation-induced Emission Materials for High-efficiency Perovskite Solar Cells.
Ningxia Gu1, Zeyuan Sun1, Lixin Song1,2
1College of Materials and Textiles, Zhejiang Sci-Tech University, Hangzhou, 310018, Zhejiang, China.
Summary
Aggregation-induced emission (AIE) molecules offer a promising strategy for developing high-efficiency and stable perovskite solar cells (PSCs). These molecules passivate defects and enhance device performance, overcoming key limitations for commercialization.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Renewable Energy
- Photovoltaics
Background:
- Perovskite solar cells (PSCs) show great potential but face challenges with defects and stability, hindering commercialization.
- High power conversion efficiency (PCE) and operational stability are crucial for widespread PSC adoption.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the application of aggregation-induced emission (AIE) molecules as advanced materials for fabricating high-performance PSCs.
- To explore strategies for incorporating AIE molecules and elucidate their multifaceted functions in PSCs.
Main Methods:
- Summarizing methods for introducing AIE molecules, including additive and interfacial engineering, and their use in hole transport materials.
- Analyzing the roles of AIE molecules in defect passivation, morphology control, and energy level alignment.
Main Results:
- AIE molecules with passivation groups and AIE characteristics effectively enhance PSC efficiency and stability.
- Demonstrated functions include defect passivation, improved morphology, optimized energy levels, and suppressed carrier recombination.
Conclusions:
- AIE molecules represent a viable strategy to overcome PSC limitations, paving the way for high-efficiency and stable devices.
- Further research into AIE materials is essential for advancing PSC technology towards commercial viability.
