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New Conjugated Polymer Could Enhance Performance of Photovoltaic Cells

Skoltech researchers and their colleagues have synthesized a new conjugated polymer for organic electronics using two different chemical reactions and shown the impact of the two methods on its performance in organic and perovskite solar cells.

16 Sep 2021

Researchers Achieve 21.4% Record Efficiency for Flexible Solar Cells

A new efficiency record of 21.4% for flexible CIGS solar cell on polymer film has been achieved by scientists at Empa. Solar cells of this type are especially suited for applications on roofs, transport vehicles or mobile devices.

8 Sep 2021

Researchers Use Ferroelectricity to Mitigate Ion Transport in Metal-Halide Perovskites

A new approach has been discovered by physicists to create transistors by making use of materials that are acclaimed for their performance in next-generation light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and solar cells.

18 Aug 2021

Interactive Map Provides Realistic Numbers for Solar Panel Deployment Across the U.S.

Atmospheric scientist Richard Perez has long believed that solar energy will play a critical role in helping the United States achieve its ambitious goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

11 Aug 2021

New Process Improves the Efficiency of Polymer Solar Cells

Researchers from Iowa State University and the Ames Laboratory have developed a process for fabricating more efficient polymer solar cells.

9 Aug 2021

Assessing Photovoltaic Cells’ Performance Under Artificial Lighting

As photovoltaic (PV) technology continues to progress, PV devices' applications in harvesting energy from indoor ambient light have become more realistic.

5 Aug 2021

Printing Technologies for Scaling-Up Perovskite Solar Cells

To reach the target of carbon neutral, a transition from fossil energy to renewable energy generation is indispensable. Photovoltaic technology is considered as one of the most prominent sources of renewable energy.

22 Jul 2021

Combining Thin Layers of Different Materials Significantly Increases Solar Energy Yield

The photovoltaic effect of ferroelectric crystals can be increased by a factor of 1,000 if three different materials are arranged periodically in a lattice.

21 Jul 2021

New Perovskite Printing Process for Lighter, More Efficient Solar Power Technology

Imagine a television so thin that it could be rolled up like a newspaper, or a thin film that could coat an entire building and generate solar power. Perovskites could make this possible.

14 Jul 2021

Combining Two Promising Photocatalysts to Obtain Higher Solar-to-Hydrogen Conversion Efficiency

Turning away from fossil fuels is necessary if we are to avert an environmental crisis due to global warming. Both industry and academia have been focusing heavily on hydrogen as a feasible clean alternative.

13 Jul 2021

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Photovoltaics News

New Conjugated Polymer Could Enhance Performance of Photovoltaic Cells

Researchers Achieve 21.4% Record Efficiency for Flexible Solar Cells

Researchers Use Ferroelectricity to Mitigate Ion Transport in Metal-Halide Perovskites

Interactive Map Provides Realistic Numbers for Solar Panel Deployment Across the U.S.

New Process Improves the Efficiency of Polymer Solar Cells

Assessing Photovoltaic Cells’ Performance Under Artificial Lighting

Printing Technologies for Scaling-Up Perovskite Solar Cells

Combining Thin Layers of Different Materials Significantly Increases Solar Energy Yield

New Perovskite Printing Process for Lighter, More Efficient Solar Power Technology

Combining Two Promising Photocatalysts to Obtain Higher Solar-to-Hydrogen Conversion Efficiency

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

How is NMR Powering Innovation and Quality in the Battery Industry?

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Analysis of Nitrogen Solubility in Soy Protein Using FT-NIR Spectroscopy

Quantifying Hydrogen Spin Isomers with Raman Spectroscopy

Revealing the Strength of Functionally Gradient Alloys Through Multiscale Characterization

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

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How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

How is NMR Powering Innovation and Quality in the Battery Industry?

1Excelitas Technologies Announces Consolidation Plans to Strengthen Noblelight Operations in Germany

2A New Advance in Lithium-Ion Battery Technology

3Plasmonic Photocatalysis for Efficient Hydrogen Generation

4Researchers Reveal Rare-Earth-Free Polymer

5New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

6Accelerating Ion Transport with New Material

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