π-Conjugated polymers and molecules enabling small photon energy loss simultaneously with high efficiency in organic photovoltaics
Masahiko Saito, Hideo Ohkita, Itaru Osaka
Abstract
In this review, we summarize recent progress in the development of π-conjugated polymers and molecules for organic photovoltaics that enable small photon energy loss and high power conversion efficiency at the same time.
Topics & Concepts
PhotovoltaicsConjugated systemOrganic solar cellPolymerMaterials scienceEnergy conversion efficiencySmall moleculeNanotechnologyEnergy transformationPhotovoltaic systemOptoelectronicsChemistryElectrical engineeringPhysicsEngineeringComposite materialBiochemistryThermodynamicsOrganic Electronics and PhotovoltaicsPerovskite Materials and ApplicationsConducting polymers and applications