How efficient is plasmonic absorber based solar steam generation?Because of its efficient light absorption, strong field enhancement, and porous structures, which together enable not only efficient solar absorption but also significant local heating and continuous stream flow, plasmonic absorber–based solar steam generation has over 90% efficiency under solar irradiation of only 4-sun intensity (4 kW m −2).
Can self-generation power devices based on radiative cooling affect energy conversion?Self-generation power devices based on the radiative cooling effect have intense potential applications in the energy conversion field. A selective solar absorber is introduced into thermoelectric generator (TEG) devices based on radiative cooling emitters (RCEs).
How much power does a self-generation power device produce?The assembled self-generation power device achieves output powers of 695.1 and 5.23 mW m −2 on clear days and nights, respectively, as well as an output power of 7.64 mW m −2 even in the cloudy daytime.
How does a self-generation device work?The self-generation device can work continuously for 24 h, and the output power is greatly enhanced. The RCE is prepared as a polydimethylsiloxane–Al structure by a simple squeegee method. The solar selective absorber (SSA) of the W–Si–O laminated film is prepared by the magnetron sputtering method.
What is a selective solar absorber?A selective solar absorber is introduced into thermoelectric generator (TEG) devices based on radiative cooling emitters (RCEs). The self-generation device can work continuously for 24 h, and the output power is greatly enhanced. The RCE is prepared as a polydimethylsiloxane–Al structure by a simple squeegee method.
Can self-assembled monolayers be used in organic solar cells?In summary, we have presented the different roles of self-assembled monolayers in state-of-the-art organic solar cells. SAMs have exhibited the potential as an alternative to commonly used electron and hole transport layers such as ZnO and PEDOT:PSS for high-performing organic solar cel
Jan 20, 2025 · In conclusion, perovskite solar cells represent one of the most exciting avenues in the development of next-generation photovoltaics, offering
Apr 1, 2023 · In recent years, a combination of photovoltaic (PV) and thermoelectric (TE) as a hybrid PV-TE system is developed as a promising technology to address PV energy efficiency
Chemical structures of various self-assembled monolayers used as hole transport layer in organic solar cells (the highlighted chemical structures represent
Aug 27, 2024 · BHJ(DPO) devices from 13.0% to 15.5%, which stands the top value for both self-assembled OSCs and blade-coated BHJ OSCs in air. We found that the enhanced
This review classifies PV self-powered applications into four categories based on application scenarios: PV self-powered for personnel wearable devices, PV self-powered for
Apr 29, 2025 · Abstract Perovskite solar cells (PSCs) have rapidly gained prominence as a leading candidate in the realm of solution-processable third
Apr 1, 2021 · Photon upconversion is the generation of high energy output photons from low energy input photons and has potential biomedical and solar energy applications. Recently,
The present review provides a comprehensive summary of BHJ based solar cell devices consisting of self-assembled supramolecular systems (small molecules, oligomers and
Sep 21, 2020 · The purpose of this work is to develop an active self-cleaning system that removes contaminants from a solar module surface by means of an automatic, water-saving, and labor
In this review, we explore the diverse roles of SAM in OSCs, highlighting their impact on charge generation, transport, and extraction, particularly in high
Nov 11, 2019 · Therefore, the plasmonic absorbers with tunable absorption bandwidth and thermal stability can serve as promising candidates for various solar energy conversion applications,
Jun 28, 2024 · What is the purpose of this CEER position paper on self-generation? SG is highly relevant in the context of the drive towards greater consumer empowerment and engagement,
Because of its efficient light absorption, strong field enhancement, and porous structures, which together enable not only efficient solar absorption but also significant local heating and
Nov 1, 2021 · This cooperated with a controllable self-pumping system of salt concentration differences and liquid level height differences-driven capillary water transfer/transpiration
May 31, 2025 · e scalability options would facilitate the growth of larger solar installations. This project exemplifies a solar panel system that automatically tracks the sun, resulting in a
Apr 15, 2016 · Molecular photon upconversion, by way of triplet–triplet annihilation (TTA-UC), is an intriguing strategy to increase solar cell efficiencies beyond
Feb 1, 2017 · Therefore, the plasmonic absorbers with tunable absorption bandwidth and thermal stability can serve as promising candidates for various solar energy conversion applications,
Dec 3, 2024 · Recently, our group demonstrated a new approach to artificial photosynthesis using a self-assembled hybrid supramolecular system, aiming
Jun 15, 2025 · An all-weather self-supplied energy system with integrated radiative cooling/thermoelectric generators/phase change materials/photovoltaic (RC-TEG-PCM-PV)
Nov 28, 2024 · Abstract Self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) are key in enhancing the charge extraction interface of organic solar cells (OSCs), recently hitting a
Dec 1, 2023 · The pressing challenge of climate change necessitates a rapid transition from fossil fuel-based energy systems to renewable energy solutions. While significant progress has
Jan 6, 2025 · Self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) have emerged as a powerful tool in the interface engineering of perovskite solar cells, capable of precisely
However, practical utilization of solar energy for steam generation is severely restricted by the complex synthesis, low energy conversion efficiency, insufficient solar spectrum absorption
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May 1, 2019 · Flame-treated and fast-assembled foam system for direct solar steam generation and non-plugging high salinity desalination with self-cleaning effect
Oct 15, 2023 · Among the diverse synthesis strategies, layer-by-layer (LbL) assembly offers a promising and robust platform for design of multifarious spatially multilayered
Jan 15, 2023 · A nanohybrid system has been assembled from G. sulfurreducens and a carbon nitride polymer (namely G. sulfurreducens–CNx) to further expand the boundaries of energy
Self-assembled monolayer (SAM)-based hole-transport layers (HTLs) have become a popular option for perovskite solar cells due gto their numerous advantages. In the future, we expect
Jun 25, 2022 · Generating electricity from air opens a promising way for green energy harvesting. Here, authors present a prototype driven by the integration of moisture adsorption with
The present review provides a comprehensive summary of BHJ based solar cell devices consisting of self-assembled supramolecular systems (small
Aug 15, 2024 · In recent years, self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) have been proven to work efficiently as hole-selective materials in both organic solar cells (OSCs) and perovskite solar
Self-assembled core-shell polydopamine@MXene with synergistic solar absorption capability for highly efficient solar-to-vapor generation Xing Zhao, Xiang-Jun Zha, Li-Sheng Tang, Jun-Hong
Because of its efficient light absorption, strong field enhancement, and porous structures, which together enable not only efficient solar absorption but also significant local heating and continuous stream flow, plasmonic absorber–based solar steam generation has over 90% efficiency under solar irradiation of only 4-sun intensity (4 kW m −2).
Self-generation power devices based on the radiative cooling effect have intense potential applications in the energy conversion field. A selective solar absorber is introduced into thermoelectric generator (TEG) devices based on radiative cooling emitters (RCEs).
The assembled self-generation power device achieves output powers of 695.1 and 5.23 mW m −2 on clear days and nights, respectively, as well as an output power of 7.64 mW m −2 even in the cloudy daytime.
The self-generation device can work continuously for 24 h, and the output power is greatly enhanced. The RCE is prepared as a polydimethylsiloxane–Al structure by a simple squeegee method. The solar selective absorber (SSA) of the W–Si–O laminated film is prepared by the magnetron sputtering method.
A selective solar absorber is introduced into thermoelectric generator (TEG) devices based on radiative cooling emitters (RCEs). The self-generation device can work continuously for 24 h, and the output power is greatly enhanced. The RCE is prepared as a polydimethylsiloxane–Al structure by a simple squeegee method.
In summary, we have presented the different roles of self-assembled monolayers in state-of-the-art organic solar cells. SAMs have exhibited the potential as an alternative to commonly used electron and hole transport layers such as ZnO and PEDOT:PSS for high-performing organic solar cells.
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