Solar cell based on PEO, inorganic cations and ionic liquids

Jamikorn, Surassawatee; Arunchaiya, Marisa; Friedrich, Dennis; Dittrich, Thomas

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“…From the beginning of polymeric electrolyte application in DSSCs, synthetic polymers have been used extensively in pristine, mixed, and composite forms including nanocomposites of many inorganic additives. ,− Some of the most commonly used synthetic polymers for the preparation of electrolytes are poly(ethylene oxide), ,,− ,− poly(propylene oxide), − poly(acrylonitrile), − poly(butyl acrylate), , poly(methyl methacrylate), poly(vinyl chloride), , poly(vinyl pyrrolidinone), − poly(vinylidene fluoride), − and poly(vinylidene fluoride-hexafluoropropylene). − However, as these polymers are synthetically manufactured and not ecofriendly, recently much attention has been given to the possible application of biopolymers in DSSCs. Among many biopolymers, polysaccharides like cellulose, − carrageenan, ,− agarose, ,−…”

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Biopolymer-Based Electrolytes for Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells: A Critical Review

2020

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Continual escalation of our world population demands a vast and safe energy supply, the majority of which has been produced by fossil fuel sources. However, because of the huge energy demand, exponential depletion of these nonrenewable energy sources is inescapable and forthcoming in the coming century. Hence, utilization of renewable energy such as solar energy has gained attention because of its direct conversion of light energy into electrical power without any harmful environmental impacts. Solar energy has been harvested by different types of solar cells varying from inorganic to organic to the combination of both. Among them, the dye-sensitized solar cell (DSSC) with a biopolymer-based electrolyte has gained enormous consideration from researchers because of its sustainability, abundance of available raw material, low production cost, and easy production in addition to the low volatilization of electrolytes compared to liquid state electrolytes. This review aims to give an overview of the recent inputs in the development of biopolymer-based DSSCs. The performance of the biopolymers as electrolytes in DSSCs will be critically reviewed based on the physicochemical properties of the biopolymers. Key technical challenges and future research areas for the advancement of biopolymer-based DSSCs are also discussed.

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Biopolymer-Based Electrolytes for Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells: A Critical Review

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“…4 Imidazolium-based ionic liquids represent a widely studied class of these materials, and many papers within this themed issue cover recent fi ndings regarding this type of ionic liquid in the crossover between nanomaterials and energy. 3,5,6 In addition, this issue presents derivatives and alternatives for designing new ionic liquids suitable for nanomaterials and energy. 4,7 Perhaps the greatest advantage of using ionic liquids is the fl exibility in design afforded by the vast choice of ions.…”

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“…From an introduction and brief history of ionic liquids 4 to the latest applications of using ionic liquids to process nanomaterials for energy applications, 3,[5][6][7] the Ionic Liquids and Nanomaterials for Energy themed issue covers the role ionic liquids will play in emerging nanotechnology and energy areas and the cross-over between the two fi elds. The future of ionic liquids in the fi eld of nanomaterials for energy applications is promising and this special issue highlights some of the potential.…”

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Editorial: The future of ionic liquids in the field of nanomaterials for energy applications

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2012

Nanomaterials and Energy

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ICE Publishing: All rights reservedThe fi eld of nanomaterials is expansive and there are many technological applications of nanomaterials, some of which converge with commercial markets that benefi t society. In particular, the use of nanomaterials in energy applications is growing and includes cross-cutting fi elds such as solar, energy storage, and greenhouse gas capture and sequestration. Some of the more popular nanomaterials used in energy applications include metal oxides and carbonbased materials. There have been signifi cant research advances in nanomaterials for energy applications; however, transitioning these lab fi ndings to industry still needs attention. The adoption of nanomaterials in the energy industry has been relatively slow and one critical need is occupational and environmental precautions during industrial handling and processing of nanomaterials. Another need is a system that allows easy incorporation of nanomaterials into existing industrial processes. These are areas of opportunity in which ionic liquids have distinct advantages. This themed issue on ionic liquids introduces the role these organic materials play in nanomaterials for energy with the goal of demonstrating how ionic liquids can meet existing needs within the fi eld of nanomaterials and the fi eld of energy. In addition, this issue aims to generate concepts centered on the possibilities ionic liquids have to offer in the emerging intersection of nanomaterials for energy.Ionic liquids are organic salts with attributes that distinguish them from other organic materials. Their unique physical and chemical properties make them valuable and versatile materials. Unlike commodity chemicals, such as conventional organic solvents, ionic liquids are specialty chemicals and are slowly and steadily emerging in the marketplace. The precise dollar amount of this emerging market is diffi cult to obtain, however, a recent report values the global market for ionic liquids at US$300M in 2010 and projects it to be worth US$3·4B by 2020.1 The commercial applications of ionic liquids are far reaching and the markets associated with these applications are large and growing (see Table 1).Due in part to the versatility of these materials, ionic liquids have received an amazing amount of interest over the past 15 years. As Prof. Endres points out in his recent editorial on the interfaces of ionic liquids, 2 ionic liquids have experienced an unprecedented worldwide interest culminating in 4000 papers being published in 2011 on this class of liquid salts. There is much literature on the application of ionic liquids to nanomaterial fabrication, solar cells, biomass processing, and CO 2 capture. A quick look using the SciFinder® search engine gives the recent rise of interest in the intersection of ILs and nano. A search of keywords "ionic liquid nano" comes back with 3112 journal articles with 99% of those articles appearing within the last 10 years. In 2002, there were only 19 papers published in this fi eld; however, in 2011 there were 700 papers p...

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Solar cell based on PEO, inorganic cations and ionic liquids

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Biopolymer-Based Electrolytes for Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells: A Critical Review

Biopolymer-Based Electrolytes for Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells: A Critical Review

Editorial: The future of ionic liquids in the field of nanomaterials for energy applications

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