Design and Photovoltaic Properties of Graphene/Silicon Solar Cell
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Graphene/silicon (Gr/Si) Schottky junction solar cells have attracted widespread attention for the fabrication of high-efficiency and low-cost solar cells. However, their performance is still limited by the working principles of Schottky junctions. Modulating the working mechanism of the solar cells into a quasi p–n junction has advantages, including higher open-circuit voltage (VOC) and less carrier recombination. In this study, Gr/Si quasi p–n junction solar cells were formed by inserting a tunneling Al2O3 interlayer in-between graphene and silicon, which led to obtain the PCE up to 8.48% without antireflection or chemical doping techniques. Our findings could pave a new way for the development of Gr/Si solar cells.
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Graphene silicon interface solar cells Schottky junctionPreview
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