研究目的
To enhance the performance of inverted organic solar cells by modifying the low-temperature solution-processed SnO2 electron transport layer with ethanolamine (EA) to reduce interfacial deep traps and electron injection barriers.
研究成果
The study demonstrates that modifying the SnO2 ETL with EA significantly improves the performance of inverted OSCs by reducing interfacial traps and electron injection barriers. This leads to enhanced power conversion efficiency, making the process a promising approach for the development of high-efficiency OSCs compatible with roll-to-roll fabrication.
研究不足
The study focuses on the modification of SnO2 ETL with EA and its impact on OSC performance. The limitations include the specificity of the modification to SnO2 and the need for further optimization of the EA treatment process for broader applicability.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
The study involved modifying the SnO2 electron transport layer (ETL) with ethanolamine (EA) to improve the interface between the ETL and the active layer in organic solar cells (OSCs). The modification was achieved by soaking the SnO2 film in an EA solution followed by annealing.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
The active layer used was PBDB-TF:IT-4F, and the devices were fabricated on ITO substrates.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
Materials included PBDB-TF and IT-4F from Solarmer Materials Inc., SnO2 colloid precursor from Alfa Aesar, and ethanolamine and 2-methoxyethanol from Aladdin. Equipment included a spin coater, UV-ozone cleaner, and various characterization tools like XPS, UPS, and J-V measurement systems.
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
The SnO2 films were spin-coated on ITO substrates, treated with EA, and then used to fabricate OSCs. The devices were characterized for their photovoltaic performance.
5:Data Analysis Methods:
The performance of the OSCs was analyzed using J-V characteristics, EQE measurements, and other spectroscopic techniques to understand the impact of EA modification on the device performance.
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ultraviolet–visible spectroscopy
U-3900H
Hitachi
Used for transmittance and absorbance spectra recording.
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fluorescence spectrophotometer
F-4600
Hitachi
Used for PL spectra measurement.
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SnO2 colloid precursor
tin(IV) oxide, 15% in H2O colloidal dispersion
Alfa Aesar
Used as the electron transport layer in organic solar cells.
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Ethanolamine
?99.5%
Aladdin
Used to modify the SnO2 film surface to reduce interfacial traps and electron injection barriers.
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2-methoxyethanol
>99.5%
Aladdin
Used as a solvent for the ethanolamine solution.
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PBDB-TF
Solarmer Materials Inc.
Used as part of the active layer in the organic solar cells.
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IT-4F
Solarmer Materials Inc.
Used as part of the active layer in the organic solar cells.
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ESCALAB 250Xi
ThermoFischer
Used for XPS analysis.
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AXIS Ultra DLD
Kratos
Used for UPS measurements.
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Keithley 2400 Source Measure Unit
Keithley
Used for J-V characteristics measurement.
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CrownTECH quantum efficiency measurement system
QTesT 1000ADX
CrownTECH
Used for EQE measurements.
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Multi-Mode 8
Bruker
Used for AFM measurement.
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