On quantum well solar cell efficiencies

被引：30

作者：

Anderson, NG ^{[1
]}

机构：

[1] Univ Massachusetts, ECE Dept, Amherst, MA 01003 USA

来源：

PHYSICA E-LOW-DIMENSIONAL SYSTEMS & NANOSTRUCTURES | 2002年 / 14卷 / 1-2期

关键词：

quantum wells; solar cells; conversion efficiency; efficiency limits; carrier escape; multiband;

D O I：

10.1016/S1386-9477(02)00376-4

中图分类号：

TB3 [工程材料学];

学科分类号：

0805 ; 080502 ;

摘要：

The issue of photovoltaic conversion efficiency enhancements in quantum well solar cells is critically examined. Key issues and the potential resolution of open questions are highlighted. (C) 2002 Elsevier Science B.V. All rights reserved.

引用

页码：126 / 131

页数：6

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