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At Lehigh University in the United States, researchers have stumbled upon a novel substance with the potential to transform the future of solar panel technology. Initial observations suggest that this newfound material can boost electricity generation by an impressive 190 percent.
Their breakthrough findings have been detailed in the pages of Science Advances, a renowned scientific journal with global reach.
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During their investigation, the scientists devised a fresh material that surpasses the theoretical efficiency limit of conventional solar cells, achieving a remarkable absorption efficiency increase of 190 percent. Professor Chinedu Ekuma, hailing from Lehigh University, hailed this discovery as a significant stride forward in the quest for sustainable energy solutions.
Experiments demonstrated that the material exhibited absorption capabilities across both infrared and visible light spectra. It achieved an External Quantum Efficiency (EQE) rating of 190 percent, indicating the generation of more than one electron per absorbed photon, a feat enabled by the examination of van der Waals gaps within layered 2-D materials.
Professor Ekuma commended the material’s swift responsiveness and heightened efficiency, suggesting potential applications in photovoltaic technologies. Dubbed Cu-intercalated GeSe/SnS, the material holds promise for the development of high-efficiency solar cells essential for meeting global energy needs.
The next phase for Professor Ekuma and his team entails integrating this experimental material into existing renewable energy frameworks.