Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells

Article	Citations
CuSb: The dominant defect in Cu-rich CuSbS2 solar cells fabricated by sulfurizing co-sputtered Cu–Sb precursor	198
Effect of UV ageing on debonding of double glass laminates based on different crosslinking and thermoplastic PV encapsulants	176
Unveiling the molecular symphony - A DFT exploration of structure, electronic dynamics, and excited state electron transfer in D-π-A systems, enhanced by TeO2@GQD multi-junctions for solar energy conv	162
Unlocking dual-band electrochromism with stacked structure of amorphous tungsten oxide and Prussian blue	147
Encapsulation strategies for mechanical impact and damp heat reliability improvement of lightweight photovoltaic modules towards vehicle-integrated applications	142
Connecting material degradation and power loss of PV modules using advanced statistical methodology	139
Effect of the mesoporous size, structure and surface on the melting and heat transport properties of solar salt	115
Enhanced visible light-activated gas sensing properties of nanoporous copper oxide thin films	113
Zr-doped indium oxide films for silicon heterojunction solar cells	113
Radiative cooling film with self-cleaning function	110
Improving the performance of industrial TOPCon solar cells through the insertion of intrinsic a-Si layer	100
Insights into mechanism of UV-induced degradation in silicon heterojunction solar cells	100
Corrosion behavior of alloys 600, 617, and hastelloy N in molten KCl salt	93
Ga-doped Czochralski silicon with rear p-type polysilicon passivating contact for high-efficiency p-type solar cells	92
Review of the spectrally selective (CSP) absorber coatings, suitable for use in SHIP	91
Solar cells based on n+-AZO/p-BaSi2 heterojunction: Advanced opto-electrical modelling and experimental demonstration	88
High-temperature corrosion of a nickel-based alloy in a molten chloride environment – The effect of thermal and chemical purifications	82
Thermal properties of 1-hexadecanol/high density polyethylene/graphene nanoplates composites as form-stable heat storage materials	80
Renewable organic phase change materials for latent heat thermal energy storage applications: Diesters of sebacic acid	80
Origami-foldable tessellated Crystalline-Si solar cell module with metal textile-based stretchable connections	76
One-step construction of novel phase change composites supported by a biomass/MXene gel network for efficient thermal energy storage	75
Design, development and analysis of large-area industrial silicon solar cells featuring a full area polysilicon based passivating contact on the rear and selective passivating contacts on the front	75
Na induction effects for J–V properties of Cu2SnS3 (CTS) solar cells and fabrication of a CTS solar cell over-5.2% efficiency	74
Evaluation of the resistance of halide perovskite solar cells to high energy proton irradiation for space applications	73
A visible-to-infrared broadband all-solid-state electrochromic device based Li4Ti5O12/WO3 for optical and thermal management	72

n/p and p/n InGaAs cells for high density TPV modules	71
Building-integrated photovoltaic applied Bi-facial photovoltaic module structural design	67
Efficiency improvement of perovskite solar cells by charge transport balancing using length tunable ZnO nanorods and optimized perovskite morphology	66
Effects of complexing agent on carrier transport property and photovoltaic performance of TiO2@MAPbI3 core-shell structured nanowire arrays	66
Design and simulation of 2D Ruddlesden–Popper perovskite solar cells under LED illumination: Role of ETL and front contact band alignment	66
Industrial metallization of fired passivating contacts for n-type tunnel oxide passivated contact (n-TOPCon) solar cells	65
Core-satellite assembly of phase-changing material microcapsules enabled with broadband light absorption and localized surface plasmonic resonance for effective photothermal energy harvesting	63
A modified two-step sequential spin-coating method for perovskite solar cells using CsI containing organic salts in mixed ethanol/methanol solvent	63
Past research and future strategies for molten chlorides application in concentrated solar power technology	62
Optical performance of a solar dish concentrator formed by the same size mirror located on parabolic frame	61
WAlSiN-based solar-selective coating stability-study under heating and cooling cycles in vacuum up to 800 °C using in situ Rutherford backscattering spectrometry and spectroscopic ellipsometry	59
Plated copper electrodes for two-terminal perovskite/silicon tandem solar cells	59
Transparent porphyrin-based hybrid films for spectral selective solar harvesting and energy generation	57
Sputter-deposited CdMgTe for rear contact to CdSeTe/CdTe solar cells	56
Process development and integration of double-side Poly-Si passivated solar cells with printed contacts via LPCVD and ex-situ tube diffusion	53
1 MeV electron and 10 MeV proton irradiation effects on inverted metamorphic GaInP/GaAs/InGaAs triple junction solar cell	52
Black zirconia composites with enhanced thermal, optical and mechanical performance for solar energy applications	51
Study on annual performance of the solar still using shape-stabilized phase change materials with economic analysis	51
Electrospinning-assisted radiative cooling composite films	51
Full-spectrum light-driven phase change microcapsules modified by CuS-GO nanoconverter for enhancing solar energy conversion and storage capability	50
BiVO4 and reduced graphene oxide composite hydrogels for solar-driven steam generation and decontamination of polluted water	50
Impact of polymeric stabilisers on the reaction kinetics of SrBr2	49
Controllable crystallization engineering on amorphous tungsten oxide nanoparticles for highly efficient photochromic response	49
K2CO3–Li2CO3 molten carbonate mixtures and their nanofluids for thermal energy storage: An overview of the literature	48
Broad-band conical-shaped perfect absorber metamaterial for solar cells	47
Effect of chlorides and sulfates on the corrosion of SS347 and GH3539 in molten solar salt	47
New frontiers in thermal energy storage: An experimental analysis of thermophysical properties and thermal stability of a novel ternary chloride molten salt	47
Characterization of front contact degradation in monocrystalline and multicrystalline silicon photovoltaic modules following damp heat exposure	46
Can interface charge enhance selectivity in tunnel layer passivated contacts? Using negatively charged aluminium oxide capped with dopant free PEDOT or boron doped polysilicon	46
22.8% full-area bifacial n-PERT solar cells with rear side sputtered poly-Si(n) passivating contact	46
Finite difference time domain simulations of absorption enhancement in thin GaAs solar cells with textured back surface reflectors	46
Investigation of the stability of metallic grids for large-area perovskite solar cells	45
Intergranular corrosion of 316H stainless steel induced by SO42− ions in MgCl2–KCl–NaCl molten salt	45
Maxwell-Garnett permittivity optimized micro-porous PVDF/PMMA blend for near unity thermal emission through the atmospheric window	44
Preparation of highly efficient and stable CsPbBr3 perovskite solar cells based on an anti-solvent rinsing strategy	44
The effect of space charge neutralization on the parametric design of photon enhanced thermionic solar converters	43
Bio-inspired colorful selective solar absorber	43
Stability of industrial gallium-doped Czochralski silicon PERC cells and wafers	42
Mitigation of J–V distortion in CdTe solar cells by Ga-doping of MgZnO emitter	42
The differences between the hydrogenation by means of photon-injection and electron-injection for N-type tunnel oxide passivated contacts solar cells	41
Preparation and optimization of all-inorganic CdSe/ZnTe solar cells	41
Experimental study on the electrically-triggered crystallization behavior of supercooled copper foam-based and expanded graphite-based sodium acetate trihydrate	41
Machine learning model to efficiently predict the structure and properties of MgCl2–NaCl–KCl melts	41
Effects of fluoride salt addition to the physico-chemical properties of the MgCl2–NaCl–KCl heat transfer fluid: A molecular dynamics study	41
Effect of oxide diffusion barrier and substrate on the reliability of stainless-steel-based CIGS solar cells	41
Comparative study of As and Cu doping stability in CdSeTe absorbers	41
Prospects and requirements for thermophotonic waste heat energy harvesting	40
Molecular dynamics study on interfacial diffusion characterization of nanoparticle TiO2 and metal Fe in high-temperature molten salt thermal energy storage system	40
Progress of phase change materials in solar water desalination system: A review	40
Towards high-efficiency Al-BSF c-Si solar cell with both superior omnidirectional and electrical performance by modulating the tilt angle of quasi-periodic inverted pyramid arrays	40

Lamellar-structured phase change composites based on biomass-derived carbonaceous sheets and sodium acetate trihydrate for high-efficient solar photothermal energy harvest	40
Optimization of the mass ratio and melting temperature of PCMs integrated in Salt Gradient Solar Ponds	40
High-performance semi-transparent organic solar cells for window applications using MoO3/Ag/MoO3 transparent anodes	39
Multifunctional daytime radiative cooler resistant to UV aging	39
Ambient condition curable, highly weather stable anti-soiling coating for photovoltaic application	39
Application of carbon nanofluids in non-concentrating solar thermal collectors: A critical review of experimental investigations	39
Contactless measurement of current-voltage characteristics for silicon solar cells	38
An analytical investigation on characterizing the properties of glass composition for crystalline silicon solar cells based on the digital microsystem measurement technology	38
Hole selective contacts based on transition metal oxides for c-Ge thermophotovoltaic devices	38
Caesium doping accelerates the hydration rate of potassium carbonate in thermal energy storage	37
Enhancing poly-Si contact through a highly conductive and ultra-thin TiN layer for high-efficiency passivating contact silicon solar cells	37
Improving the efficiency of Cu2ZnSn(S,Se)4 solar cell by using localized K-doped precursor film	37
Influence of the annealing temperature of (n) poly-Si/SiOx passivating contacts on their firing stability	37
Tuning back side passivation for enhancing the performance of PERC solar cells	37
Study on the influence of micro-alkali texturing and micro-alkali polishing process on the passivation and contact performance of n-TOPCon solar cells	37
Editorial Board	37
C3N4 interlayer formation while synthesizing black titania and their dye sensitized solar cell and conductivity performances	37
Changes in ohmic shunts in Cu(In,Ga)Se2 devices during damp heat	37
Bio-based Polylactic acid/Polyurethane blends with good recyclability and excellent shape stability for solar thermal energy storage	37
Ultrasonic guided waves interaction with cracks in the front glass of thin-film solar photovoltaic module	36
Editorial Board	36
Maskless interdigitated a-Si:H PECVD process on full M0 c-Si wafer: Homogeneity and passivation assessment	36
High efficiency stable planar perovskite solar cells via heavy water additive	36
Electroforming of Si NCs/p-Si photovoltaic devices: Enhancement of the conversion efficiency through resistive switching	36
Solar reflective brick brown stable iron doped magnesium aluminate: Combustion synthesis, structure and chromatic properties	36
Study on the theoretical calculation method for the effective thermal conductivity of carbon nanotube composite molten salt for solar energy application	35
Unlocking the full potential of monolithic perovskite/biPoly™ Si tandem devices through in-depth analysis and detailed engineering	35
Editorial Board	35
Editorial Board	35
Plasma immersion ion implantation for tunnel oxide passivated contact in silicon solar cell	34
Daytime radiative cooling of single-board computer in nearly enclosed unmanned surface vehicle	34
Multijunction solar cell mesa isolation: Correlation between process, morphology and cell performance	34
An electron-selective SiC /SiO contact for Si solar cells made with fully industrial techniques	34
Improved Auger recombination models: Consequences for c-Si solar cells	34
Surface defect passivation by copper incorporation for efficient perovskite solar cells	34
A comparative study of the thermochromic performances of VO2 films obtained by air oxidation of V and VN precursors	34
Balance of efficiency and stability of silicon heterojunction solar cells	33
Corrigendum to “Metal nano-grids for transparent conduction in solar cells” [Sol. Energy Mater. Sol. Cells 169 (2017) 68–77]	33
Investigation on thermal performance of quinary nitrate/nitrite mixed molten salts with low melting point for thermal energy storage	33
Al L2,3 near edge structure captures the dopant activation and segregation in Al-doped ZnO films	33
Spatially resolved defects parameters of the D1 dislocation center in silicon using temperature- and injection-dependent hyperspectral photoluminescence mapping	33
Editorial to the proceedings of the 11th international conference on crystalline silicon photovoltaics	33
Editorial Board	33
An orthogonal investigation in pore size effect of EG on thermal properties and crystallinity of EG/CaCl2·6H2O composite	32
A novel molten salt energy storage-solar thermophotovoltaic integrated system with mid-temperature metamaterial spectrum reshaping	32
Radiation tolerance of GaAs1-xSbx solar cells	32
Editorial Board	32
Comprehensive energy balance analysis of photon-enhanced thermionic power generation considering concentrated solar absorption distribution	32
Micro-photoluminescence studies of shallow boron diffusions below polysilicon passivating contacts	32
Experimental characterization of extreme temperature granular flows for solar thermal energy transport and storage	32
Improving thermal energy storage and transfer performance in solar energy storage: Nanocomposite synthesized by dispersing nano boron nitride in solar salt	32
Highly reproducible c-Si texturing by metal-free TMAH etchant and monoTEX agent	32
Impact of temperature on corrosion behavior of austenitic stainless steels in solar salt for CSP application: An electrochemical study	32
Editorial Board	32
Corrosion of novel reactive silver ink and commercial silver-based metallizations in diluted acetic acid	32
Multi-energy driven form-stable phase change materials based on SEBS and reduced graphene oxide aerogel	31
Aerosol-based deposition of broadband antireflective silica coating with closed mesoporous structure	31
Thermal properties and cyclic stability of sodium acetate trihydrate composites containing expanded graphite of different sizes	31
State-of-the-art review on water-based nanofluids for low temperature solar thermal collector application	31
Improvement on solar selective absorption properties of anodic aluminum oxide photonic crystal films by electrodeposition of silver	31
Influences of PVA modification on performance of microencapsulated reversible thermochromic phase change materials for energy storage application	31
Experimental investigation of photothermal properties of phase change material enhanced by Zn–TiN binary nanoparticles	31
Colorization of passive radiative cooling coatings using plasmonic effects	31
A universal approach to fabricating infrared-shielding smart coatings based on vanadium dioxide	31
Incorporation of CaZrO3 into calcium-based heat carriers for efficient solar thermochemical energy storage	31
Investigating the effect of Cu underlayer and FTO etching towards photoelectrochemical performance enhancement of Cu2O photoelectrode	30
Flexible, broadband, super-reflective infrared reflector based on cholesteric liquid crystal polymer	30
Circuit modeling and analysis of hysteresis effect of perovskite photovoltaic cells	30
Defect inspection of photovoltaic solar modules using aerial electroluminescence (EL): A review	30
ZIF-derived carbon/BN/CMF composite PCM for enhanced latent thermal storage, photothermal conversion, and thermal insulation	30
Effects of CuAlO2 on the heterojunction interface and performance of Cu2ZnSn(S,Se)4 thin-film solar cells	30
Moisture induced degradation in field-aged multicrystalline silicon photovoltaic modules	30
Biodegradable, scalable and flexible fiber membrane for green passive radiative cooling	30
Enhanced photoelectrochemical CO2 reduction activity towards selective generation of alcohols over CuxO/SrTiO3 heterojunction photocathodes	30
Long-term carrier lifetime instabilities in n-type FZ- and Cz-silicon under illumination at elevated temperature	30
A high-performance electrochromic battery based on complementary Prussian white/Li4Ti5O12 thin film electrodes	30
Large-area bifacial n-TOPCon solar cells with in situ phosphorus-doped LPCVD poly-Si passivating contacts	30
Experimental enhancement study of thermophysical properties of ternary carbonate phase change material with multi-dimensional nanoparticles	30
Synthesis and characterization of a novel high durability alloy microcapsule for thermal energy storage	29
Investigation on ettringite as a low-cost high-density thermochemical heat storage material: Thermodynamics and kinetics	29

Optimization of bifacial Ge-incorporated Sb2Se3 thin-film solar cells by modeling Cu2O back buffer layer	29
On the limiting efficiency for silicon heterojunction solar cells	29
Understanding interfacial chemistry of positive bias high-voltage degradation in photovoltaic modules	29
Fast-switching electrochromic smart windows based on NiO-nanorods counter electrode	29
Advances in upconversion enhanced solar cell performance	29
A novel laser scribing method combined with the thermal stress cleaving for the crystalline silicon solar cell separation in mass production	29
Integration of thin n-type nc-Si:H layers in the window-multilayer stack of heterojunction solar cells	28
Design of (C3N2H5)(1-)Cs PbI3 as a novel hybrid perovskite with strong stability and excellent photoelectric performance: A theoretical prediction	28
Machine learning-enabled design of metasurface based near-perfect daytime radiative cooler	28
Thermostat property of Janus emitter in enclosures	28
Enhanced optical properties and light-to-heat conversion performance of Ti3C2/[BMIM]BF4 nanofluids based direct absorption solar collector	28
Conductive adhesive based shingled solar cells: Electrical degradation under cyclic loading	28
Electrical passivation of III-V multijunction solar cells with luminescent coupling effect	28
FDTD modeling of sputtered Mo–Al2O3 nanocomposites	28
Hierarchical microencapsulation of phase change material with carbon-nanotubes/polydopamine/silica shell for synergistic enhancement of solar photothermal conversion and storage	28
Enhancement of power conversion efficiency of Ag-substituted Cu2ZnSn(S,Se)4 solar cells via tuning Cu2+/(Cu++Cu2+) percentage in precursor solution	28
Long-lived electrochromic device with protonated viologen and Poly(ethylenedioxythiophene-carbazole)/Prussian blue composite for smart windows	28
Finite element model of femtosecond laser scribing on silicon heterojunction solar cells	28
Performance improvement mechanisms of perovskite solar cells by modification of NiO hole-selective contacts with self-assembled-monolayers	28
Performance analysis of GaAsBi/InGaAs heterostructure for III-V multi-junction solar cells	28
Sprayable PEDOT:PSS based spectrally selective coating for solar energy harvesting	27
Erosion wear analysis of heat exchange surfaces in a falling particle-based concentrating solar power system	27
Machine learning in prediction of MXenes-based metasurface absorber for maximizing solar spectral absorption	27
Interdigitated back-contacted crystalline silicon solar cells fully manufactured with atomic layer deposited selective contacts	27
Alternative low-power plasma-sprayed inconel 625 coatings for thermal solar receivers: Effects of high temperature exposure on adhesion and solar absorptivity	27
Investigation on temperature dependence of recent high-efficiency silicon solar modules	27
A multifunctional flame retardant enabling efficient and stable formamidine-cesium perovskite solar cells	26
Measurement of poly-Si film thickness on textured surfaces by X-ray diffraction in poly-Si/SiO passivating contacts for monocrystalline Si solar cells	26
Sunlight-heating and electricity-heating interfacial evaporation membrane driven by sunlight and electricity from photovoltaic panels for steam production	26
Toward the recovery of solar silicon from end-of-life PVs by vacuum refining	26
Enhanced performance of perovskite solar cell via up-conversion YLiF4:Yb, Er nanoparticles	26
A theoretical framework for reliable predictions of thermal conductivity of multicomponent molten salt mixtures: KCl-NaCl-MgCl	26
Highly reflective multilayer solar reflectors for daytime radiative cooling	26
Narrow bandgap photovoltaic cells	26
Lead leaching and electrowinning in acetic acid for solar module recycling	26
Enhanced interfacial evaporation and desalination by solar heat localisation using nitrogenated graphitic carbon and Co3O4 nanorods	26
Sulfonate groups assisted texturing for efficient monocrystalline silicon solar cells	26
Collimated solar simulator for curved PV modules characterization	26
PV back sheet recovery from c-Si modules using hot knife technique	26
Comparative study on high temperature thermal stability of quaternary nitrate-nitrite mixed salt and Solar salt	26
CQD-ATO hybrid nanofluid with good stability in the application of spectral beam splitters	26
Pyrrole-based viologen derivatives with high contrast and magenta color for electrochromic-fluorescent devices	25
Reducing the formation of Sb2O3 phase and selenium vacancy in Sb2Se3 thin film solar cells via hydrogen-assisted selenization	25
PV encapsulant formulations and stress test conditions influence dominant degradation mechanisms	25
Nanocrystalline silicon-oxygen based tunneling recombination junctions in perovskite/silicon heterojunction tandem solar cells	25
Progress and challenges in flexible electrochromic devices	25
Application of PEG-Fe3O4 nanofluid in flat-plate solar collector: An experimental investigation	25
Development and degradation analysis of novel three-layered sustainable composite coating for daytime radiative cooling	25
The energy savings achieved by various Trombe solar wall enhancement techniques for heating and cooling applications: A detailed review	25
High performance electrochromic energy storage devices based on Mo-doped crystalline/amorphous WO3 core-shell structures	25
VO2:Ge based thermochromic solar absorber coatings	25
Pilot-scale NO removal efficacy of photocatalytic roofing granules under urban environmental conditions	25
Strategies for realizing high-efficiency silicon heterojunction solar cells	25
Decorating CaO with dark Ca2MnO4 for direct solar thermal conversion and stable thermochemical energy storage	24
A colorless to multicolored triphenylamine-based polymer for the visualization of high-performance electrochromic supercapacitor	24
Optimization of indium recovery from waste crystalline silicon heterojunction solar cells by acid leaching	24
Enhancing the photovoltaic efficiency of CZTSSe thin-film solar cells via Ag-doping induced defect modulation	24
Review on selective absorber coatings: A catalyst for enhanced solar energy conversion efficiency	24
Optimization of rear surface morphology in n-type TOPCon c-Si solar cells	24
Harnessing the potential of radiative cooling for the built environment: A new comprehensive protocol for materials’ characterization	24
Crystalline quality control in sequential vapor deposited perovskite film toward high efficiency and large scale solar cells	24
Improving water-resistance of inverted flexible perovskite solar cells via tailoring the top electron-selective layers	24
A tandem photoelectrochemical cell based on Cu2-xTe nanocrystals for solar energy conversion to hydrogen	24
Monitoring solar irradiance and PV module performance in mobile applications	24
Multifunctional electrochromic yarns for variable optical and thermal regulation	24
Setting the baseline for the modelling of Kesterite solar cells: The case study of tandem application	24
Enhancing the efficiency and stability of 2D-3D perovskite solar cells with embedded interface passivation with diammonium cation spacer	24
Construction of high thermal conductive boron Nitrid@Chitosan aerogel/ paraffin composite phase change material	24
Sub-ambient radiative cooling under tropical climate using highly reflective polymeric coating	24
Solar Moves: Part 1, Modelling the impact of VIPV	24
Development and performance investigation of coffee husk-derived carbon-based nanofluid for solar thermal applications	24
Finite-size effects on thermal property predictions of molten salts	24
Corrosion performance of slurry aluminide coatings in molten NaCl–KCl	23
Leakage-free porous cellulose-based phase change cryogels for sound and thermal insulation	23
Investigating the effect of aluminum oxide fixed charge on Schottky barrier height in molybdenum oxide-based selective contacts	23
A novel phase change materials used for direct photothermal conversion and efficient thermal storage	23
Optoelectrical analysis of TCO+Silicon oxide double layers at the front and rear side of silicon heterojunction solar cells	23
Assessing the stability of p+ and n+ polysilicon passivating contacts with various capping layers on p-type wafers	23
Fabrication of WO3 /Fe	23
Efficient photo-thermal conversion using Pt nanofluid prepared by laser ablation in liquid	23
Size-dependent electrochemical kinetics of nano-granular WO3 thin films	23
Novel high specific heat capacity ternary nitrate/nitrite eutectic salt for solar thermal energy storage	23
PV modules and their backsheets - A case study of a Multi-MW PV power station	23
Experimental investigation and optical visualization of a salt gradient solar pond integrated with PCM	23
Assessing the photocatalytic oxygen evolution reaction of BiFeO3 loaded with IrO2 nanoparticles as cocatalyst	23
Absorption-polymerization method for synthesizing phase change composites with high enthalpy and thermal conductivity for efficient thermal energy storage	23
Nanoengineering of poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) for boosting electrochemical applications	23
Kinetics of silicon nitride coatings degradation and its influence on liquid infiltration in PV silicon crystallization processes	23
InAs nanostructures for solar cell: Improved efficiency by submonolayer quantum dot	22
Experimental repair technique for glass defects of glass-glass photovoltaic modules – A techno-economic analysis	22
Constructing of 3D porous composite materials of NiAl/CNTs for highly efficient solar steam generation	22
Photo-excited carrier transport and secondary phases of Na-engineered kesterite flexible thin films	22
Stabilizing perovskite solar cells with modified indium oxide electron transport layer	22
Multi-functional electrochromic energy storage smart window powered by CZTSSe solar cell for intelligent managing solar radiation of building	22
Porous Ni/CNTs composite membrane as solar absorber for highly efficient solar steam generation	22