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An Integrated Deposition and Passivation Strategy for Controlled Crystallization of 2D/3D Halide Perovskite Films
Tim Kodalle1,2, Mahdi Malekshahi Byranvand3,4, Meredith Goudreau1
1Molecular Foundry, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, California, 94720, USA.
Advanced Materials (Deerfield Beach, Fla.)
|February 28, 2024
Summary
This study simplifies perovskite solar cell fabrication using a single-step phenethylammonium chloride (PEACl) treatment. This method enhances perovskite film quality, boosting solar cell efficiency to 20.8% and improving stability.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Renewable Energy
- Solid-State Chemistry
Background:
- Perovskite solar cells offer high efficiency but face stability challenges.
- Controlling perovskite film morphology is crucial for device performance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a simplified deposition procedure for multidimensional perovskite thin films.
- To enhance the photovoltaic performance and stability of perovskite solar cells.
Main Methods:
- Integrated phenethylammonium chloride (PEACl) treatment into the antisolvent step during 3D perovskite formation.
- Employed multimodal in situ and ex situ characterizations to analyze film properties.
Main Results:
- Achieved a 20.8% power conversion efficiency in solar cells.
- Demonstrated reduced carrier recombination due to larger grain size and narrower distribution.
- Observed improved film stability against humidity-induced degradation.
Conclusions:
- The simplified PEACl treatment simultaneously passivates and stabilizes perovskite films.
- The method leads to enhanced perovskite solar cell performance and longevity.
