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A p-n junction is formed when p-type and n-type semiconductor materials are joined together. At the interface of the p-n junction, holes from the p-side and electrons from the n-side begin to diffuse into the opposite sides due to the concentration gradient. This diffusion of carriers leads to a region around the junction where there are no free charge carriers, known as the depletion region. The charge density within the depletion region for the n-side and p-side can be described by the...
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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Renewable Energy
  • Photovoltaics

Background:

  • Interface modification is crucial for improving perovskite solar cell (PSC) performance.
  • Existing methods often require delicate adjustments for optimal results.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design and synthesize novel asymmetric small molecules for perovskite/Spiro-OMeTAD interface engineering.
  • To investigate the impact of these molecules on PSC efficiency and stability.

Main Methods:

  • Synthesis of two asymmetric small molecules: BTD-DA and BTD-PA.
  • Application of BTD-PA to the perovskite/Spiro-OMeTAD interface in PSCs.
  • Characterization of photovoltaic performance and long-term stability.

Main Results:

  • BTD-PA, with a D-A-A' configuration, exhibits a larger dipole moment and effective defect passivation.
  • BTD-PA treatment led to a champion power conversion efficiency (PCE) of 24.46% (0.09 cm²) and 22.46% (1 cm²).
  • Enhanced hydrophobicity and inhibited FAPbI3 phase transition significantly improved device stability.

Conclusions:

  • BTD-PA is a promising interfacial modifier for boosting PCE and stability in FAPbI3 PSCs.
  • The study presents a new strategy for interfacial engineering in perovskite solar cells.