Notice of Removal: Nanoscale investigation of carrier lifetime on the cross-section of epitaxial silicon solar cells using Kelvin probe force microscopy

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Abstract

Nanoscale investigation of material properties is of high interest for improving photovoltaic devices. In this work, we present a technique to assess minority carrier lifetime at nanoscale. To do so, we use Kelvin Probe Force Microscopy on the cross-section of an epitaxial silicon solar cell under modulated frequency electrical bias. Our measurements present a good spatial and temporal agreement with standard material characterization techniques.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2017 IEEE 44th Photovoltaic Specialist Conference, PVSC 2017
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages1-6
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781509056057
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2017
Event44th IEEE Photovoltaic Specialist Conference, PVSC 2017 - Washington, United States
Duration: 25 Jun 201730 Jun 2017

Publication series

Name2017 IEEE 44th Photovoltaic Specialist Conference, PVSC 2017

Conference

Conference44th IEEE Photovoltaic Specialist Conference, PVSC 2017
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityWashington
Period25/06/1730/06/17

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy
    SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy

Keywords

  • Carrier Lifetime
  • Epitaxial Silicon
  • Kelvin Probe Force Microscopy
  • Modulated Frequency
  • Silicon
  • Thin Film Solar Cells

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