研究目的
Investigating the reduction of non-radiative recombination energy loss (ΔE3) in polymer solar cells (PSCs) through molecular design by tuning alkyl chain positions on pendent benzene units of polymers.
研究成果
Shifting the alkylthio side chain from para to meta position on the polymer backbone reduces non-radiative recombination energy loss, leading to higher VOC and PCE in PSCs. This structural optimization offers a promising approach to enhance photovoltaic performance.
研究不足
The study focuses on the impact of alkyl chain substitution positions on non-radiative recombination losses but does not explore the effects of other structural modifications or the scalability of the synthesis process.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection
Two conjugated polymers, PBDB-P-p and PBDB-P-m, were synthesized with alkylthio side chains substituted at para- or meta- positions on pendent benzene units. These polymers were used to fabricate PSC devices with BO-4Cl as the acceptor.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources
The polymers were characterized using UV-vis spectroscopy, cyclic voltammetry (CV), and grazing-incidence wide-angle X-ray scattering (GIWAXS). PSC devices were fabricated with the architecture ITO/PEDOT:PSS/polymer donor:BO-4Cl/PFN-Br/Al.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials
UV-vis spectrometer, cyclic voltammetry setup, GIWAXS, atomic force microscopy (AFM), gel permeation chromatography (GPC), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA).
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow
Polymers were synthesized via Stille polymerization. Device fabrication involved spin-coating the active layer, followed by thermal annealing. Photovoltaic performance was measured under simulated AM 1.5 G illumination.
5:Data Analysis Methods
EQEEL was measured to estimate non-radiative recombination losses. Charge carrier mobilities were determined using photo-CELIV. Light intensity dependence of JSC was analyzed to understand charge recombination.
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