Feb 8, 2019 · Abstract: In this paper, we propose a simple and novel approach to the design of a dual axis controller for photovoltaic (PV) cells. The objective is to reduce the electronic circuitry
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D18:D18-Cl:L8-BO ternary organic solar cells (TSCs) with dual-donor are fabricated, and the highest power conversion efficiency (PCE) of 19.13% is achieved. The open circuit voltage of D18:D18-Cl:L8-BO TSCs is 0.915 V, the short circuit current density is 26.22 mA cm−2, and the fill-factor is 79.75%.
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You have full access to this open access article By modulating the crystalline properties of the active layer with dual donors, the efficiency of organic solar cells reaches 19.23%.
The results, detailed in Fig. S15 and Table S17, show that the dual-donor approach positively impacts photovoltaic parameters, confirming its broad applicability.
This article reports a promising ternary dual-donor strategy that obtains a power conversion efficiency of 19.13%. Good compatibility between D18 and D18-Cl promotes alloy donor models and improves charge transport kinetics. Improvement of crystallization behavior and surface morphology in the active layer can enhance photovoltaic performances.
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