By addressing the evolution of solar cell technologies, second generation thin-film photovoltaics, organic solar cells, and finally, the latest hybrid organic-inorganic approaches, this book benefits students and researchers in solar cell technology to understand the similarities, differences, benefits and challenges of each device.
Introduces the basic concepts of different photovoltaic cells to audiences from a wide variety of academic backgrounds
Consists of working principles of a particular category of solar technology followed by dissection of every component within the architecture
Crucial experimental procedures for the fabrication of solar cell devices are introduced, aiding picture practical application of the technology