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Researchers enhanced perovskite solar cell (PSC) efficiency and stability by treating the tin dioxide surface with aluminum chloride. This novel method passivates defects, achieving record efficiency and long-term operational durability.

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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Renewable Energy
  • Photovoltaics

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  • Perovskite solar cells (PSCs) show commercial promise but are hindered by material defects and instability.
  • Surface defects and ion migration in PSCs limit their power conversion efficiency and operational lifetime.
  • Tin dioxide (SnO2) is a common electron transport material in PSCs, but its surface properties can impact performance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a surface treatment strategy for SnO2 to improve PSC efficiency and stability.
  • To investigate the role of aluminum chloride in passivating the SnO2/perovskite interface.
  • To achieve high-performance and durable single-junction n-i-p PSCs.

Main Methods:

  • Treatment of the SnO2 surface with aluminum chloride to remove hydroxyl groups and potassium ions.
  • Formation of an ultra-thin aluminum oxide passivation layer at the SnO2/perovskite interface.
  • Characterization of the modified interface and evaluation of photovoltaic performance and device stability.

Main Results:

  • The aluminum chloride treatment effectively passivated the SnO2 surface, reducing deprotonation and recombination.
  • Achieved a certified power conversion efficiency of 26.29% in single-junction n-i-p PSCs, the highest reported for SnO2-based devices.
  • Demonstrated enhanced stability, retaining 94% efficiency after 10,044 hours and a T80 lifetime exceeding 500 hours under illumination.

Conclusions:

  • Surface engineering with aluminum chloride is a viable strategy to enhance PSC performance and longevity.
  • The aluminum oxide passivation layer effectively mitigates charge carrier recombination and improves device efficiency.
  • This approach offers critical insights for advancing the chemical and physical interface properties of PSCs for next-generation solar energy.