Solution processed Cu2NiSnS4 nanoparticles: Potential absorber material for thin film solar cells

Kamble, Anvita; Mokurala, Krishnaiah; Bhargava, Parag; Mallick, Sudhanshu

doi:10.1109/pvsc.2015.7356378

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“…5b), the averagethickness is measured to be 1.36 µm (± 0.05). This value is close to the thickness of CNTS material established by Kamble et al [18].…”

Section: Morphological Analysissupporting

confidence: 89%

One-step spray of Cu2NiSnS4 thin films as absorber materials for photovoltaic applications

Dridi

Bitri

Mahjoubi

et al. 2020

J Mater Sci: Mater Electron

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A simple one-step «Spray Pyrolysis» technique was developed for preparing Cu 2 NiSnS 4 (CNTS) thin film followed by an annealing treatment process. Originally, the spray technique was successfully used to deposit the thin film onto glass substrate at 250 °C for 60 min spray duration. Again, the deposited thin film was annealed in a sulfur atmosphere at a temperature of 500 °C during 30 min. The sulfured thin film exhibits (111), (220) and (311) orientations correspond well to the cubic CNTS structure and other impurity compounds. The SEM data exhibit a uniform, rough and compact topography of CNTS thin films with an average-thickness of 1.36 µm. The absorption coefficient is found to be higher than 10 4 cm −1 in the visible region while the direct band energy of 1.62 eV, which is eminently suitable for use as an absorber in the solar cell. The complex impedance diagrams indicate the decrease of resistance by increasing temperature, which attributes to a semiconductor behavior. The close values of activation energies 0.63 and 0.54 eV determined from both angular frequency and DC conductivity indicate that the carrier transport mechanism is thermally activated.

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“…5b), the averagethickness is measured to be 1.36 µm (± 0.05). This value is close to the thickness of CNTS material established by Kamble et al [18].…”

Section: Morphological Analysissupporting

confidence: 89%

One-step spray of Cu2NiSnS4 thin films as absorber materials for photovoltaic applications

Dridi

Bitri

Mahjoubi

et al. 2020

J Mater Sci: Mater Electron

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Influence of dipping cycles on physical, optical, and electrical properties of Cu2NiSnS4: Direct solution dip coating for photovoltaic applications

Mokurala

Mallick

Bhargava

et al. 2017

Journal of Alloys and Compounds

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Recent advances and challenges in solar photovoltaic and energy storage materials: future directions in Indian perspective

Kartikay¹,

Mokurala²,

Sharma³

et al. 2021

J. Phys. Energy

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The exponential increase in demand for global energy intake in day-to-day life directs us to look for a green and cost-effective energy generation and storage alternative. India being a fastly developing nation with a vast population, requires the alternative energy resource to meet up the energy deficit in an eco-friendly manner and be self-reliant in energy demands. This review aims to compile and assess developments in energy materials research from Indian prospects. Therefore, this paper discusses India’s energy scenario by understanding the fundamental concepts and developments of various solar cell technologies and an overview of energy storage systems (batteries and supercapacitors), accentuating the research progress made so far along with future possibilities. This exploratory study reviews the systematic and sequential advances in all three generations of the solar cell, i.e. Si solar cell, thin-film solar cell, dye-sensitized solar cell, and perovskite solar cells. Herein, the discussion is directed at developing novel materials that are efficient, stable, and economical. Moreover, the current status of the high-performance devices for each technology is reviewed in detail. Finally, the prospects, areas of improvement, and future trends in developing cost-effective and efficient energy materials for solar cells and storage devices are highlighted.

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Solution processed Cu2NiSnS4 nanoparticles: Potential absorber material for thin film solar cells

Cited by 3 publications

References 8 publications

One-step spray of Cu2NiSnS4 thin films as absorber materials for photovoltaic applications

One-step spray of Cu2NiSnS4 thin films as absorber materials for photovoltaic applications

Influence of dipping cycles on physical, optical, and electrical properties of Cu2NiSnS4: Direct solution dip coating for photovoltaic applications

Recent advances and challenges in solar photovoltaic and energy storage materials: future directions in Indian perspective

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