Electrodeposition of Sb2Se3 solar cells on ceramic tiles

Abstract

This work presents the first reported synthesis of Sb₂Se₃ solar cells deposited on ceramic substrates. A novel low-temperature two-step electroplating method was introduced for fabricating high-quality Sb₂Se₃ thin films, aimed at creating efficient and reproducible solar cells. The films were deposited on Mo-coated ceramic substrates, as well as on glass substrates, addressing challenges such as high surface roughness and potential short-circuiting in ceramics. Detailed characterization of the films included X-ray diffraction (XRD), Raman spectroscopy, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). The performance of the solar cells was evaluated through I-V curve analysis, demonstrating that ceramic substrates are a viable alternative to glass substrates. These results represent a significant advancement in integrating Sb₂Se₃ solar cells into building materials, enhancing the potential of building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) technology.