研究目的
Investigating the performance of photovoltaic devices based on colloidal stable TiO2 nanoparticles and MEH-PPV polymer matrix.
研究成果
An ITO/TiO2 (aq)/ MEH-PPV/ Al device shows enhanced efficiency as compare to device fabricated with commercial TiO2 (P25) Degussa nanoparticles due to better charge transfer takes place between colloidal stable TiO2 (aq) nanoparticles based TiO2/MEH-PPV nanocomposite in which large number of nanoparticles interacting with polymer and also p-n junction is formed between TiO2/MEH-PPV interface. The results demonstrates a significant improvement in (Jsc) and (Voc) by fabricating the device with colloidal stable TiO2 /MEH-PPV nanocomposite.
研究不足
The performance of these devices can be further improved by optimizing several parameters such as film thickness and annealing temperature.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
The study involved the synthesis of TiO2 nanoparticles via Hydrolysis Route and their subsequent use in fabricating photovoltaic devices with MEH-PPV polymer.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
Titanium Isopropxide, Hydrochloric acid, TiO2 P25, Indium Tin Oxide coated glass (ITO), and MEH-PPV polymer were used.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
Semiconductor characterization system (Keithley model 4200- SCS) was used for measuring Current-Voltage characteristics.
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
The fabrication of ITO/TiO2/MEH-PPV/Al assembly device included spin coating of PEDOT: PSS on ITO substrate, spin casting of ME-PPV/TiO2 nanocomposite layer, and deposition of aluminum electrodes.
5:Data Analysis Methods:
The performance of the device was analyzed based on I-V characteristics, Zeta potential studies, and morphological analysis.
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