Aim of the project was the realization of an Energy Dispersive X-Ray Spectrometer dedicated to the study of the aging mechanisms of the latest generation solar cells, to enhance the previously existing research infrastructures at the X-ray Spectroscopy Laboratory , ISM-CNR.
This versatile unconventional equipment (first of this kind) allows in-situ and time-resolved reflectometry, small angle scattering and X-ray diffraction measurements to study the degradation phenomena responsible of the aging of photovoltaic devices.
The apparatus allows investigating the chemical-physical processes closely related to the bulk, surface and interface properties of the devices, in working conditions. In addition to the fundamental aspects related to materials studies, new manufacturing strategies are addressed.
Thematic Area:Energy
Financing body:MIUR
Starting year:2014
End year:2016
Call:Progetto Premiale (Intervention Line – 3 Intervention Area: Safe, Clean and Efficient Energy)
Title:X-ray spectroscopy with solar simulator for in-situ studies of organic solar cells
Budget ISM (k€):61
Role ISM:Project Coordinator
Referent ISM:Barbara Paci
Other ISM staff involved:Amanda Generosi, Marco Guaragno
Laboratory:X-ray Spectroscopy Laboratory