Scientists at the US Argonne-Northwestern Solar Energy Research Center (ANSER) have developed the photoactive layer of organic solar cells from thin film, using a solvent on a spinning surface to improve the molecular microstructures. The study, published in the journal Advanced Materials, highlighted how additives can affect the development of the film and that those produced more slowly with additives often perform better than those formed more quickly. "The key is not just finding out what you need but also figuring out where it needs to be grown," said lead author Dr. Michael J. Schlenker, Ph.D., professor of chemistry and biochemistry at AN@@
Scientists at the US Argonne-Northwestern Solar Energy Research Center (ANSER) have developed the photoactive layer of organic solar cells from thin film, using a solvent on a spinning surface to improve the molecular microstructures. The study, published in the journal Advanced Materials, highlighted how additives can affect the development of the film and that those produced more slowly with additives often perform better than those formed more quickly. The research team at ANSER said more complex structures will now be analysed, with different choices on how the cells' performance is improved to be taken into account.