Fabrication of efficient natural dye-sensitized Solar Cells using Mediterranean olive leaves as natural dye sensitizer

Iman, Ryan Nur; Harrabi, Khalil; Younas, Muhammad; Mekki, Abdelkarim

doi:10.1016/j.jphotochem.2024.115477

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“…The substrate material, specifically fluorine-doped tin oxide (FTO) and indium-doped tin oxide (ITO), also significantly impacted natural dye-sensitized solar cells' (NDSSCs') performance. The FTO/TiO2/OLDS1 combination achieved the best results, with a fill factor of 0.73, an efficiency of 0.31%, a short-circuit current density of 0.662 mA/cm 2 , and an open-circuit voltage of 0.642 V. These results highlight the importance of controlled drying times and substrate selection in optimizing NDSSCs with Mediterranean olive leaf dyes [240].…”

Section: Plants In Bioelectronics: Natural/plant-based Dsscsmentioning

confidence: 75%

From Nature to Technology: Exploring the Potential of Plant-Based Materials and Modified Plants in Biomimetics, Bionics, and Green Innovations

Barbinta-Patrascu,

Bita,

Negut

2024

Biomimetics

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This review explores the extensive applications of plants in areas of biomimetics and bioinspiration, highlighting their role in developing sustainable solutions across various fields such as medicine, materials science, and environmental technology. Plants not only serve essential ecological functions but also provide a rich source of inspiration for innovations in green nanotechnology, biomedicine, and architecture. In the past decade, the focus has shifted towards utilizing plant-based and vegetal waste materials in creating eco-friendly and cost-effective materials with remarkable properties. These materials are employed in making advancements in drug delivery, environmental remediation, and the production of renewable energy. Specifically, the review discusses the use of (nano)bionic plants capable of detecting explosives and environmental contaminants, underscoring their potential in improving quality of life and even in lifesaving applications. The work also refers to the architectural inspirations drawn from the plant world to develop novel design concepts that are both functional and aesthetic. It elaborates on how engineered plants and vegetal waste have been transformed into value-added materials through innovative applications, especially highlighting their roles in wastewater treatment and as electronic components. Moreover, the integration of plants in the synthesis of biocompatible materials for medical applications such as tissue engineering scaffolds and artificial muscles demonstrates their versatility and capacity to replace more traditional synthetic materials, aligning with global sustainability goals. This paper provides a comprehensive overview of the current and potential uses of living plants in technological advancements, advocating for a deeper exploration of vegetal materials to address pressing environmental and technological challenges.

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Section: Plants In Bioelectronics: Natural/plant-based Dsscsmentioning

confidence: 75%