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The new element is ideal for use in flexible electronics, wearable devices, smart textiles
A team of researchers from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences has developed a cutting-edge material for organic solar cells, with the potential to significantly boost their efficiency and expand commercial applications. The development was reported by
China Daily, a media partner of TV BRICS.
The breakthrough lies in the team’s strategy of combining organic and inorganic materials, leading to notable improvements in electrical conductivity, a reduction in structural defects, and enhanced stability of the solar cells; all critical factors for performance and longevity.
In laboratory conditions, the new material achieved an efficiency rate of 21 per cent, with a certified efficiency of 20.8 per cent, setting a new benchmark for organic solar cell technology.
According to the researchers, the material is particularly well-suited for use in flexible electronics, wearable devices, smart textiles, and even aerospace applications, thanks to its strong photostability and mechanical resilience under extreme conditions.
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