The Impact of Nano‐ and Microstructure on the Stability of Perovskite Solar Cells. Issue 46 (7th October 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Phung, Nga; Abate, Antonio
• Is Part Of: Small. Volume 14:Issue 46(2018)
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• Publication Date: 2018-10-07
• Subjects: halide perovskite solar cells -- microstructure -- solar cells -- solar energy -- stability; Nanotechnology -- Periodicals; Nanoparticles -- Periodicals; Microtechnology -- Periodicals; 620.5
• DOI: 10.1002/smll.201802573
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1613-6810

Abstract

Abstract: Halide perovskites have emerged recently as a promising candidate for the next generation of photovoltaics. Power conversion efficiencies for laboratory‐scale devices surpass those of established technologies, such as multicrystalline silicon. However, perovskite solar cells lose their initial efficiency rapidly due to the convolution of several degradation factors, which hinder the process of industrialization. In this review, the important role of the nano‐ and microstructure of the perovskite layer in the performance and stability of the device are discussed. The defects located predominantly at the grain boundaries within the perovskite film and at the interface of the perovskite with the other materials can compromise the devices' stability. Thus, lowering the surface and interface concentration of defects is a key approach toward long‐term stable perovskite solar cells. Abstract : Halide perovskites in photovoltaic applications have recently achieved an impressive 23% efficiency. However, the devices' long‐term stability falls short of industrial requirements. This review focuses on the effect of the nano‐/microstructure of perovskite as well as its interfacial structure with contact layers on its stability, and hence, provides a critical view of the strategies toward stable perovskite solar cells.