A novel method for the deposition of polycrystalline Sb2S3 thin films

Chate, P.A.; Sathe, D.J.; Lakde, S. D.; Bhabad, V. D.

doi:10.1007/s10854-016-5391-7

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“…[76] At the beginning, most of the reports about Sb 2 S 3 deposition have just transferred from traditional deposition methods like CBD, [17d,77] spin coating, [78] atomic layer deposition technique, [17,79] etc. Moreover, it has also been reported by thermal evaporation, [73a,80] sequential deposition approach, [81] dip coating technique, [82] spray pyrolysis, [46] and physical coating. [58] In recent years, there are some novel synthetic approaches developed for Sb 2 S 3 deposition like novel hydrothermal techniques, [83] rapid thermal evaporation (RTE) technique, [25a] sputtering and post-annealing, [84] and closespace-sublimation (CSS) [85] techniques and significant improvements have been obtained in absorber quality.…”

Section: Sb 2 S 3 Deposition Strategiesmentioning

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Wide Bandgap Sb₂S₃ Solar Cells

Shah

Chen

Khalaf

et al. 2021

Adv Funct Materials

125

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The wide bandgap Sb 2 S 3 is considered to be one of the most promising absorber layers in single-junction solar cells and a suitable top-cell candidate for multi-junction (tandem) solar cells. However, compared to mature thinfilm technologies, Sb 2 S 3 based thin-film solar cells are still lagging behind in the power conversion efficiency race, and the highest of just 7.5% has been achieved to date in a sensitized single-junction structure. Furthermore, to break single junction solar cell based Shockley-Queisser (S-Q) limits, tandem devices with wide bandgap top-cells and low bandgap bottom-cells hold a high potential for efficient light conversion. Though matured and desirable bottom-cell candidates like silicon (Si) are available, the corresponding mature wide bandgap top-cell candidates are still lacking. Hence, a literature review based on Sb 2 S 3 solar cells is urgently warranted. In this review, the progress and present status of Sb 2 S 3 solar cells are summarized. An emphasis is placed mainly on the improvement of absorber quality and device performance. Moreover, the low-performance causes and possible overcoming mechanisms are also explained. Last but not least, the potential and feasibility of Sb 2 S 3 in tandem devices are vividly discussed. In the end, several strategies and perspectives for future research are outlined.

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Section: Sb 2 S 3 Deposition Strategiesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Wide Bandgap Sb₂S₃ Solar Cells

Shah

Chen

Khalaf

et al. 2021

Adv Funct Materials

125

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“…Semiconductor films of antimony sulfide Sb 2 S 3 were synthesized by chemical deposition on a glass substrate from glycine baths [84,85]. The film thickness was about 0.62 nm.…”

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THE LATEST PROGRESS ON SYNTHESIS AND INVESTIGATION OF Sb2S3-BASED THIN FILMS

Majidzade¹,

Jafarova²,

Javadova³

et al. 2023

Chemical Problems

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Sb2S3 is stable under environmental conditions and a promising semiconductor material for optoelectronic applications, its potential capabilities in solar cells, photodetectors, and other devices are being investigated. It has an indirect-band gap of approximately 1.7-1.9 eV depending on the crystal structure which makes it suitable for absorption of visible light and its use in solar batteries. Sb2S3 can exist in different crystal structures including orthorhombic and hexagonal structures. The crystal structure can significantly affect the electronic and optical properties, which makes it possible to adapt its properties for specific applications using crystal structure engineering. It also has great optical properties and high absorption coefficients in the visible and near-infrared regions of the spectrum and makes it suitable for use in photogalvanics and photodetectors. Although there are various methods for obtaining this material, further research and development are needed to optimize its properties, improve productivity, and explore new applications.

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Modulation of Energy Band Positions in Sb₂S₃ Thin Films for Enhanced Photovoltaic Performance of FTO/TiO₂/Sb₂S₃/P3HT/Au Solar Cell

Gunasekaran,

Nagarajan,

Nataraj

et al. 2024

Energy Tech

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Antimony sulfide (Sb2S3) has the potential as an absorber material in photovoltaics due to its suitable bandgap and favorable optoelectronic properties. However, its energy band positions are not extensively explored which are essential for effective charge separation and transfer. This study examines the energy band positions of Sb2S3 thin films as a function of annealing temperature. Sb2S3 thin films are grown by a combination of successive ionic layer adsorption and reaction (SILAR) and chemical bath deposition (CBD) method to enhance the crystallinity, tune the bandgap, and overall quality of Sb2S3 films to enhance the photovoltaic performance. Optical bandgap decreases from 2.41 to 1.67 eV from the as‐deposited films to annealed at 300 °C due to changes in interatomic distances. Energy band positions of Sb2S3 films are measured both by cost‐effective electrochemical cyclic voltammetry and Mott–Schottky analysis and validated the findings using ultraviolet photoelectron spectroscopy (UPS). The conductivity of Sb2S3 is found to be n‐type. Thin‐film solar cells are then fabricated by employing Sb2S3 as an absorber layer in an FTO/TiO2/Sb2S3/P3HT/Au structure, achieving an enhanced power conversion efficiency, increasing from 0.4 to 2.8% after annealing. These findings demonstrate the potential of Sb2S3 as a low‐cost absorber material for thin‐film photovoltaics.

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A novel method for the deposition of polycrystalline Sb2S3 thin films

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References 34 publications

Wide Bandgap Sb₂S₃ Solar Cells

Wide Bandgap Sb₂S₃ Solar Cells

THE LATEST PROGRESS ON SYNTHESIS AND INVESTIGATION OF Sb2S3-BASED THIN FILMS

Modulation of Energy Band Positions in Sb₂S₃ Thin Films for Enhanced Photovoltaic Performance of FTO/TiO₂/Sb₂S₃/P3HT/Au Solar Cell

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A novel method for the deposition of polycrystalline Sb2S3 thin films

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Wide Bandgap Sb2S3 Solar Cells

Wide Bandgap Sb2S3 Solar Cells

THE LATEST PROGRESS ON SYNTHESIS AND INVESTIGATION OF Sb2S3-BASED THIN FILMS

Modulation of Energy Band Positions in Sb2S3 Thin Films for Enhanced Photovoltaic Performance of FTO/TiO2/Sb2S3/P3HT/Au Solar Cell

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Wide Bandgap Sb₂S₃ Solar Cells

Wide Bandgap Sb₂S₃ Solar Cells

Modulation of Energy Band Positions in Sb₂S₃ Thin Films for Enhanced Photovoltaic Performance of FTO/TiO₂/Sb₂S₃/P3HT/Au Solar Cell