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Design and numerical simulation of Sb2S3 based p-i-n structured planar solar cell using SCAPS-1D software

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Sb 2 S 3 is an emerging layered chalcogenide semiconductor with outstanding properties suitable for solar cells. While Sb 2 S 3 solar cells have been fabricated in various configurations, the highest efficiency achieved to date is 8 %. As a prior step to the fabrication of the Sb 2 S 3 -based solar cell here numerical simulation is performed to identify the optimal parameters for achieving maximum efficiency with the proposed layers. In this work, the Sb 2 S 3 solar cell is designed in p-i-n configuration with CuCrO 2 and TiO 2 as hole and electron transport layers, respectively. The ideal parameters of the individual layers, such as carrier density, thickness, and bandgap to attain maximum efficiency, are determined using SCAPS 1D software. The simulation of band alignment between Sb 2 S 3 and the carrier transport layers predicted a favorable carrier transfer to the respective layers. Additionally, the roles of interfacial defect density , illumination intensity and operating temperature are also analyzed. The basic configuration Au/CuCrO 2 /Sb 2 S 3 /TiO 2 /Ag proved its potential for a conversion efficiency of up to 26 % together with a significant V oc , J sc and FF of 1.10 V, 26.82 mA/cm 2 and 87.66 %. The optical transparency and chemical stability of the carrier selective layers promote maximum light absorption by the absorber which is highly limited to the conventional organic carrier transport layers.

Source: Journal of Science Advanced Materials and Devices

DOI: 10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.100885

Authors: S. Heera, K.G. Deepa

Institution: University of Kerala

Language: English

Topic: Chalcogenide Semiconductor Thin Films

Subfield: Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Affordable and clean energy

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,300