Novel Nanocomposite Materials for Solar Cell Fabrication
Abstract
This project involves the synthesis and characterization of novel ionic liquid (IL) electrolytes for high-performance dye sensitized solar cells (DSSCs). Since most commonly used organic liquid electrolytes of DSSCs are volatile and flammable, they limit the long-term stability and high temperature operations of these cells. In our present work, we have addressed these issues through the development of non-volatile, non-flammable and polymerizable IL electrolytes. Our IL characterization efforts have focused on thermo-physical and electrochemical properties that are relevant for DSSC-specific applications. Computer simulations have also been performed to understand the structural properties of the new electrolytes/nano-composite systems.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2012
- Accession Number
- ADA570684
Entities
People
- Dipankar Roy
- John Mclaughlin
- Sitaraman Krishnan
Organizations
- Clarkson University