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  • Materials Science
  • Renewable Energy
  • Nanotechnology

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  • Buckminsterfullerene (C60) is a common electron transport layer (ETL) in perovskite solar cells (PSCs).
  • The molecular nature of C60 leads to weak interfaces, causing electronic and mechanical degradation in PSCs.
  • Improved interfacial properties are crucial for enhancing PSC performance and stability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To synthesize and evaluate a novel ionic fullerene salt, CPMAC, as an ETL in inverted PSCs.
  • To investigate the impact of CPMAC on interfacial electronic and mechanical properties.
  • To assess the long-term operational stability and efficiency of PSCs utilizing CPMAC.

Main Methods:

  • Synthesis of 4-(1',5'-dihydro-1'-methyl-2'H-[5,6] fullereno-C60-Ih-[1,9-c]pyrrol-2'-yl) phenylmethanaminium chloride (CPMAC).
  • Fabrication of inverted PSCs using CPMAC as the ETL.
  • Characterization of interfacial properties and device performance under operational stress.

Main Results:

  • CPMAC exhibits enhanced interfacial toughness (~threefold increase) compared to C60 due to its ionic nature and improved packing.
  • PSCs with CPMAC achieved high power conversion efficiencies (PCEs) of ~26%.
  • Devices demonstrated excellent stability, with ~2% degradation after 2100 hours of operation at 65°C.

Conclusions:

  • CPMAC is a promising alternative ETL material for inverted PSCs, improving interfacial stability and device longevity.
  • The ionic nature and specific cation head group of CPMAC contribute to enhanced performance and durability.
  • CPMAC enables high-efficiency and stable perovskite solar cells, paving the way for commercial applications.