Infrared Polymer Cells
Infrared cells preferentially absorb light in the infrared range rather than the visible wavelength range. As of 2012, such cells can be made nearly 70% transparent to the latter. The cells allegedly can be made in high volume at low cost using solution processing. The cells employ silver nanowire/titanium dioxide composite films as the top transparent electrode, replacing conventional opaque metal electrodes. With this combination, 4% power-conversion efficiency has been achieved.
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