journal article·2025-04Open access

Principle and Progress of Interconnection Layers in Monolithic Perovskite‐Based Tandem Photovoltaics

Chong Dong, Shuyu Yan, Dayu Liu, Yongxin Zhu, Chao Chen, Jiang Tang

Advanced Energy Materials· Volume 15· Issue 13

Abstract

Abstract Interconnection layers (ICLs) serve as critical components in monolithic perovskite‐based tandem solar cells (Pe‐TSCs), determining the series connection between the top and bottom sub‐cells. ICLs have garnered considerable attention, with numerous studies focusing on their experimental effects. However, their operational mechanism and overall impact on Pe‐TSCs remain underexplored. This review elucidates the structure and functionality of ICLs, distinguishing the working mechanisms between Pe‐TSCs and traditional multijunction solar cells. The carrier injection balance around ICLs and its impact on the tandem device performance is delved into. The discussion also encompasses current advancements of ICLs within Pe‐TSCs, and focuses on the uniqueness of ICLs in Pe‐TSCs and evaluation methods. Finally, the requirements of ICLs in Pe‐TSCs are proposed, and provide cogitations about the potential designs and stability of ICLs. This review not only deepens the physical understanding of ICLs but also broadens the research scope in tandem photovoltaics.
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OpenAlex topics: Perovskite Materials and Applications · Conducting polymers and applications · Quantum Dots Synthesis And Properties

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Affiliations

Wuhan National Laboratory for Optoelectronics and School of Optical and Electronic Information Huazhong University of Science and Technology Wuhan Hubei 430074 China

Optics Valley Laboratory Wuhan Hubei 430074 China

JFS Laboratory Wuhan, Hubei 430000 China

Funding

National Natural Science Foundation of China · Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities · Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province

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