Mechanical integrity of dye-sensitized photovoltaic fibers

The development of photovoltaic (PV) devices based on dye-sensitized TiO 2-coated Ti fibers has opened up exciting possibilities for novel PV textile applications. The cohesion and adhesion of the TiO 2 layer are identified as crucial factors in maintaining PV efficiency during textile manufacture a...

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Published in:Renewable energy 2008-02, Vol.33 (2), p.314-319
Main Authors: Ramier, J., Plummer, C.J.G., Leterrier, Y., Månson, J.-A.E., Eckert, B., Gaudiana, R.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adhesion
Applied sciences
Cohesion
Dye-sensitized cell
Energy
Exact sciences and technology
Mechanics
Natural energy
Photovoltaic conversion
Photovoltaics
Solar cells. Photoelectrochemical cells
Solar energy
TiO 2
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Summary:The development of photovoltaic (PV) devices based on dye-sensitized TiO 2-coated Ti fibers has opened up exciting possibilities for novel PV textile applications. The cohesion and adhesion of the TiO 2 layer are identified as crucial factors in maintaining PV efficiency during textile manufacture and weaving operations. The present work describes a systematic investigation of the corresponding damage mechanisms and their influence on the overall PV fiber performance during mechanical deformation. The results confirm that with proper control of the tension of the weft and in the warp, high PV efficiency woven textures are feasible using this technology.
ISSN:0960-1481
1879-0682
DOI:10.1016/j.renene.2007.05.029