Tailoring Ionic Liquid Chemical Structure for Enhanced Interfacial Engineering in Two-Step Perovskite Photovoltaics

Fei Wang, Jing Ma, Dawei Duan, Xiao Liang, Kang Zhou, Yonggui Sun, Taomiao Wang, Guo Yang, Guoxian Pei, Haoran Lin, Yumeng Shi, Quanyao Zhu, Gang Li, Hanlin Hu

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Abstract

Ionic liquids (ILs) have emerged as versatile tools for interfacial engineering in perovskite photovoltaics. Their multifaceted application targets defect mitigation at SnO2-perovskite interfaces, finely tuning energy level alignment, and enhancing charge transport, meanwhile suppressing non-radiative recombination. However, the diverse chemical structures of ILs present challenges in selecting suitable candidates for effective interfacial modification. This study adopted a systematic approach, manipulating IL chemical structures. Three ILs with distinct anions are introduced to modify perovskite/SnO2 interfaces to elevate the photovoltaic capabilities of perovskite devices. Specifically, ILs with different anions exhibited varied chemical interactions, leading to notable passivation effects, as confirmed by Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculation. A detailed analysis is also conducted on the relationship between the ILs' structure and regulation of energy level arrangement, work function, perovskite crystallization, interface stress, charge transfer, and device performance. By optimizing IL chemical structures and exploiting their multifunctional interface modification properties, the champion device achieved a PCE of 24.52% with attentional long-term stability. The study establishes a holistic link between IL structures and device performance, thereby promoting wider application of ILs in perovskite-based technologies.

Original languageEnglish
Article number2307679
JournalSmall
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Dec 2023

Keywords

  • chemical structure
  • interface engineering
  • ionic liquid
  • perovskite solar cells

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Biotechnology
  • General Chemistry
  • Biomaterials
  • General Materials Science
  • Engineering (miscellaneous)

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