Modeling Multiple Quantum Well and Superlattice Solar Cells

The inability of a single-gap solar cell to absorb energies less than the band-gap energy is one of the intrinsic loss mechanisms which limit the conversion efficiency in photovoltaic devices. New approaches to "ultra-high" efficiency solar cells include devices such as multiple quantum we...

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Published in:Natural resources (Irvine, Calif.) Calif.), 2013, Vol.4 (3), p.235-245
Main Authors: Cabrera, Carlos I., Rimada, Julio C., Courel, Maykel, Hernandez, Luis, Connolly, James P., Enciso, Agustín, Contreras-Solorio, David A.
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