Physics And Technology Of Amorphous Crystalline Heterostructure Silicon Solar Cells

Author : Wilfried G. J. H. M. van Sark,Lars Korte,Francesco Roca
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 588 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2011-11-16
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783642222757

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Physics and Technology of Amorphous-Crystalline Heterostructure Silicon Solar Cells by Wilfried G. J. H. M. van Sark,Lars Korte,Francesco Roca Pdf

Today’s solar cell multi-GW market is dominated by crystalline silicon (c-Si) wafer technology, however new cell concepts are entering the market. One very promising solar cell design to answer these needs is the silicon hetero-junction solar cell, of which the emitter and back surface field are basically produced by a low temperature growth of ultra-thin layers of amorphous silicon. In this design, amorphous silicon (a-Si:H) constitutes both „emitter“ and „base-contact/back surface field“ on both sides of a thin crystalline silicon wafer-base (c-Si) where the electrons and holes are photogenerated; at the same time, a-Si:H passivates the c-Si surface. Recently, cell efficiencies above 23% have been demonstrated for such solar cells. In this book, the editors present an overview of the state-of-the-art in physics and technology of amorphous-crystalline heterostructure silicon solar cells. The heterojunction concept is introduced, processes and resulting properties of the materials used in the cell and their heterointerfaces are discussed and characterization techniques and simulation tools are presented.

Author : Wilfried G. J. H. M. van Sark,Lars Korte,Francesco Roca
Publisher : Springer
Page : 582 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2012-02-23
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 3642222765

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Physics and Technology of Amorphous-Crystalline Heterostructure Silicon Solar Cells by Wilfried G. J. H. M. van Sark,Lars Korte,Francesco Roca Pdf

Today’s solar cell multi-GW market is dominated by crystalline silicon (c-Si) wafer technology, however new cell concepts are entering the market. One very promising solar cell design to answer these needs is the silicon hetero-junction solar cell, of which the emitter and back surface field are basically produced by a low temperature growth of ultra-thin layers of amorphous silicon. In this design, amorphous silicon (a-Si:H) constitutes both „emitter“ and „base-contact/back surface field“ on both sides of a thin crystalline silicon wafer-base (c-Si) where the electrons and holes are photogenerated; at the same time, a-Si:H passivates the c-Si surface. Recently, cell efficiencies above 23% have been demonstrated for such solar cells. In this book, the editors present an overview of the state-of-the-art in physics and technology of amorphous-crystalline heterostructure silicon solar cells. The heterojunction concept is introduced, processes and resulting properties of the materials used in the cell and their heterointerfaces are discussed and characterization techniques and simulation tools are presented.

Author : Wolfgang Rainer Fahrner
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 119 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2013-04-23
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783642370397

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Amorphous Silicon / Crystalline Silicon Heterojunction Solar Cells by Wolfgang Rainer Fahrner Pdf

Amorphous Silicon/Crystalline Silicon Solar Cells deals with some typical properties of heterojunction solar cells, such as their history, the properties and the challenges of the cells, some important measurement tools, some simulation programs and a brief survey of the state of the art, aiming to provide an initial framework in this field and serve as a ready reference for all those interested in the subject. This book helps to “fill in the blanks” on heterojunction solar cells. Readers will receive a comprehensive overview of the principles, structures, processing techniques and the current developmental states of the devices. Prof. Dr. Wolfgang R. Fahrner is a professor at the University of Hagen, Germany and Nanchang University, China.

Author : W.R. Fahrner,M. Muehlbauer,H.C. Neitzert
Publisher : Trans Tech Publications Ltd
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2006-08-15
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783038131021

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Silicon Heterojunction Solar Cells by W.R. Fahrner,M. Muehlbauer,H.C. Neitzert Pdf

The world of today must face up to two contradictory energy problems: on the one hand, there is the sharply growing consumer demand in countries such as China and India. On the other hand, natural resources are dwindling. Moreover, many of those countries which still possess substantial gas and oil supplies are politically unstable. As a result, renewable natural energy sources have received great attention. Among these, solar-cell technology is one of the most promising candidates. However, there still remains the problem of the manufacturing costs of such cells. Many attempts have been made to reduce the production costs of “conventional” solar cells (manufactured from monocrystalline silicon using diffusion methods) by instead using cheaper grades of silicon, and simpler pn-junction fabrication. That is the ‘hero’ of this book; the heterojunction solar cell.

Author : Ruud E.I. Schropp,Miro Zeman
Publisher : Springer
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2016-07-18
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781461556312

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Amorphous and Microcrystalline Silicon Solar Cells: Modeling, Materials and Device Technology by Ruud E.I. Schropp,Miro Zeman Pdf

Amorphous silicon solar cell technology has evolved considerably since the first amorphous silicon solar cells were made at RCA Laboratories in 1974. Scien tists working in a number of laboratories worldwide have developed improved alloys based on hydrogenated amorphous silicon and microcrystalline silicon. Other scientists have developed new methods for growing these thin films while yet others have developed new photovoltaic (PV) device structures with im proved conversion efficiencies. In the last two years, several companies have constructed multi-megawatt manufacturing plants that can produce large-area, multijunction amorphous silicon PV modules. A growing number of people be lieve that thin-film photovoltaics will be integrated into buildings on a large scale in the next few decades and will be able to make a major contribution to the world's energy needs. In this book, Ruud E. I. Schropp and Miro Zeman provide an authoritative overview of the current status of thin film solar cells based on amorphous and microcrystalline silicon. They review the significant developments that have occurred during the evolution of the technology and also discuss the most im portant recent innovations in the deposition of the materials, the understanding of the physics, and the fabrication and modeling of the devices.

Author : Arvind Victor Shah
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2010-08-19
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781439808108

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Thin-Film Silicon Solar Cells by Arvind Victor Shah Pdf

Photovoltaic technology has now developed to the extent that it is close to fulfilling the vision of a "solar-energy world," as devices based on this technology are becoming efficient, low-cost and durable. This book provides a comprehensive treatment of thin-film silicon, a prevalent PV material, in terms of its semiconductor nature, starting out with the physical properties, but concentrating on device applications. A special emphasis is given to amorphous silicon and microcrystalline silicon as photovoltaic materials, along with a model that allows these systems to be physically described in the simplest manner possible, thus allowing the student or scientist/engineer entering the field of thin-film electronics to master a few basic concepts that are distinct from those in the field of conventional semiconductors. The main part of the book deals with solar cells and modules by illustrating the basic functioning of these devices, along with their limitations, design optimization, testing and fabrication methods. Among the manufacturing processes discussed are plasma-assisted and hot-wire deposition, sputtering, and structuring techniques.

Author : Wolfgang Rainer Fahrner
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 111 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Amorphous substances
ISBN : 7122159353

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Amorphous Silicon/Crystalline Silicon Heterojunction Solar Cells by Wolfgang Rainer Fahrner Pdf

Author : Robert A. Street
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 429 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2013-06-29
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783662041413

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Technology and Applications of Amorphous Silicon by Robert A. Street Pdf

This book gives the first systematic and complete survey of technology and application of amorphous silicon, a material with a huge potential in electronic applications. The book features contributions by world-wide leading researchers in this field.

Author : Rolf Brendel
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2011-02-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783527635061

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Thin-Film Crystalline Silicon Solar Cells by Rolf Brendel Pdf

This introduction to the physics of silicon solar cells focuses on thin cells, while reviewing and discussing the current status of the important technology. An analysis of the spectral quantum efficiency of thin solar cells is given as well as a full set of analytical models. This is the first comprehensive treatment of light trapping techniques for the enhancement of the optical absorption in thin silicon films.

Author : Angèle Reinders,Pierre Verlinden,Wilfried van Sark,Alexandre Freundlich
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 720 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2017-01-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781118927489

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Photovoltaic Solar Energy by Angèle Reinders,Pierre Verlinden,Wilfried van Sark,Alexandre Freundlich Pdf

Solar PV is now the third most important renewable energy source, after hydro and wind power, in terms of global installed capacity. Bringing together the expertise of international PV specialists Photovoltaic Solar Energy: From Fundamentals to Applications provides a comprehensive and up-to-date account of existing PV technologies in conjunction with an assessment of technological developments. Key features: Written by leading specialists active in concurrent developments in material sciences, solar cell research and application-driven R&D. Provides a basic knowledge base in light, photons and solar irradiance and basic functional principles of PV. Covers characterization techniques, economics and applications of PV such as silicon, thin-film and hybrid solar cells. Presents a compendium of PV technologies including: crystalline silicon technologies; chalcogenide thin film solar cells; thin-film silicon based PV technologies; organic PV and III-Vs; PV concentrator technologies; space technologies and economics, life-cycle and user aspects of PV technologies. Each chapter presents basic principles and formulas as well as major technological developments in a contemporary context with a look at future developments in this rapidly changing field of science and engineering. Ideal for industrial engineers and scientists beginning careers in PV as well as graduate students undertaking PV research and high-level undergraduate students.

Author : Adolf Goetzberger,Joachim Knobloch,Bernhard Voss
Publisher : Wiley
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1998-04-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0471971448

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Crystalline Silicon Solar Cells by Adolf Goetzberger,Joachim Knobloch,Bernhard Voss Pdf

As environmental concerns escalate, solar power is increasingly seen as an attractive alternative energy source. Crystalline Silicon Solar Cells addresses the practical and theoretical issues fundamental to the viable conversion of sunlight into electricity. Written by three internationally renowned experts, this valuable reference profits from results and experience gained from research at the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems. Features include: Introduction to the principles of photovoltaics, providing a grounding in semiconductor physics for the novice reader Special emphasis on the methods of attaining high efficiency and thereby cost-effective solar power Examination of the physics, design and technology of crystalline silicon solar cells, in particular thin film cells Survey of a selection of alternative cell types equipping the reader with a complete overview Detailed description of measuring and analysis techniques to facilitate determining physical semiconductor and solar cell parameters Accessible to those with a basic knowledge of physics and mathematics, this is an excellent introductory book for students studying solid state and semiconductor physics. All those working in photovoltaic development and production will find Crystalline Silicon Solar Cells an indispensable resource.

Author : Delfina Muñoz,Radovan Kopecek
Publisher : IET
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2023-03-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781839531767

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N-Type Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaics by Delfina Muñoz,Radovan Kopecek Pdf

n-type solar cells are less prone to defects and degradation compared to p-type solar cells. This makes n-type solar cells more effective, but manufacturing challenges remain. This reference conveys the state of research and development for n-type solar cells.

Author : Munir H. Nayfeh
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 602 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2018-06-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780323480581

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Fundamentals and Applications of Nano Silicon in Plasmonics and Fullerines by Munir H. Nayfeh Pdf

Fundamentals and Applications of Nano Silicon in Plasmonics and Fullerines: Current and Future Trends addresses current and future trends in the application and commercialization of nanosilicon. The book presents current, innovative and prospective applications and products based on nanosilicon and their binary system in the fields of energy harvesting and storage, lighting (solar cells and nano-capacitor and fuel cell devices and nanoLEDs), electronics (nanotransistors and nanomemory, quantum computing, photodetectors for space applications; biomedicine (substance detection, plasmonic treatment of disease, skin and hair care, implantable glucose sensor, capsules for drug delivery and underground water and oil exploration), and art (glass and pottery). Moreover, the book includes material on the use of advanced laser and proximal probes for imaging and manipulation of nanoparticles and atoms. In addition, coverage is given to carbon and how it contrasts and integrates with silicon with additional related applications. This is a valuable resource to all those seeking to learn more about the commercialization of nanosilicon, and to researchers wanting to learn more about emerging nanosilicon applications. Features a variety of designs and operation of nano-devices, helping engineers to make the best use of nanosilicon Contains underlying principles of how nanomaterials work and the variety of applications they provide, giving those new to nanosilicon a fundamental understanding Assesses the viability of various nanoslicon devices for mass production and commercialization, thereby providing an important source of information for engineers

Author : Mariana Amorim Fraga,Delaina A. Amos,Savas Sönmezoglu,Velumani Subramaniam
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 669 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2021-08-18
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780128215937

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Sustainable Material Solutions for Solar Energy Technologies by Mariana Amorim Fraga,Delaina A. Amos,Savas Sönmezoglu,Velumani Subramaniam Pdf

Sustainable Material Solutions for Solar Energy Technologies: Processing Techniques and Applications provides an overview of challenges that must be addressed to efficiently utilize solar energy. The book explores novel materials and device architectures that have been developed to optimize energy conversion efficiencies and minimize environmental impacts. Advances in technologies for harnessing solar energy are extensively discussed, with topics including materials processing, device fabrication, sustainability of materials and manufacturing, and current state-of-the-art. Leading international experts discuss the applications, challenges, and future prospects of research in this increasingly vital field, providing a valuable resource for students and researchers working in this field. Explores the fundamentals of sustainable materials for solar energy applications, with in-depth discussions of the most promising material solutions for solar energy technologies: photocatalysis, photovoltaic, hydrogen production, harvesting and storage Discusses the environmental challenges to be overcome and importance of efficient materials utilization for clean energy Looks at design materials processing and optimization of device fabrication via metrics such as power-to-weight ratio, effectiveness at EOL compared to BOL, and life-cycle analysis

Author : Anuradha Tomar,Hasmat Malik,Pramod Kumar,Atif Iqbal
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 651 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2021-08-19
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789811623547

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Machine Learning, Advances in Computing, Renewable Energy and Communication by Anuradha Tomar,Hasmat Malik,Pramod Kumar,Atif Iqbal Pdf

This book gathers selected papers presented at International Conference on Machine Learning, Advances in Computing, Renewable Energy and Communication (MARC 2020), held in Krishna Engineering College, Ghaziabad, India, during December 17–18, 2020. This book discusses key concepts, challenges, and potential solutions in connection with established and emerging topics in advanced computing, renewable energy, and network communications.