Patterned quantum dots for solar cell applications
Young, Jonathan D.
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Description
Title
Patterned quantum dots for solar cell applications
Author(s)
Young, Jonathan D.
Issue Date
2011-05-25T14:39:19Z
Director of Research (if dissertation) or Advisor (if thesis)
Coleman, James J.
Department of Study
Electrical & Computer Eng
Discipline
Electrical & Computer Engr
Degree Granting Institution
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Degree Name
M.S.
Degree Level
Thesis
Keyword(s)
Quantum dots
Solar Cells
Carrier Multiplication
Abstract
The theoretical efficiency limit of current solar cell technology, called the Shockley-Queisser limit, is about 30%. Research is underway to overcome this limit using new types of nano-sized solar cells. Quantum dots offer the potential to increase the efficiency of solar cells through carrier multiplication. In this thesis, the theory behind carrier multiplication is discussed along with the fabrication and photoluminescence characterization of patterned quantum dots.
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