Fiber-fed time-resolved photoluminescence for reduced process feedback time on thin-film photovoltaics

Fiber-fed time-resolved photoluminescence is demonstrated as a tool for immediate process feedback after deposition of the absorber layer for CuInxGa(1-x)Se2 and Cu2ZnSnSe4 photovoltaic devices. The technique uses a simplified configuration compared to typical laboratory time-resolved photoluminesce...

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Published in:Review of scientific instruments 2015-01, Vol.86 (1), p.013907-013907
Main Authors: Repins, I L, Egaas, B, Mansfield, L M, Contreras, M A, Muzzillo, C P, Beall, C, Glynn, S, Carapella, J, Kuciauskas, D
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Copper zinc tin selenide
Electronic components
Feedback
Figure of merit
Photoluminescence
Photovoltaic cells
Scientific apparatus & instruments
Solar cells
Thin films
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Summary:Fiber-fed time-resolved photoluminescence is demonstrated as a tool for immediate process feedback after deposition of the absorber layer for CuInxGa(1-x)Se2 and Cu2ZnSnSe4 photovoltaic devices. The technique uses a simplified configuration compared to typical laboratory time-resolved photoluminescence in the delivery of the exciting beam, signal collection, and electronic components. Correlation of instrument output with completed device efficiency is demonstrated over a large sample set. The extraction of the instrument figure of merit, depending on both the initial luminescence intensity and its time decay, is explained and justified. Limitations in the prediction of device efficiency by this method, including surface effect, are demonstrated and discussed.
ISSN:0034-6748
1089-7623
DOI:10.1063/1.4905535