Despite the impressive efficiency of perovskite solar cells (PSCs), their operational stability is still hindered by the thermodynamic instability of the hybrid organic–inorganic absorber layer with ABX3 structure (A: organic/inorganic cation, B: metal cation, X: halogen anion and mixtures thereof). Due to the hygroscopic and volatile nature of the organic cations, i.e., methylammonium (MA+), they show very poor stability not only against thermal stress but also moisture. Therefore, a photoactive material free from organic components could offer great opportunities to prolong the operational stability of devices. In this context, all inorganic CsPbIxBr3−x perovskites are meticulously developed in terms of their structural/thermal stability and have triggered increasing research interest due to great prospects in the commercialization of perovskite technology. However, besides relatively low performance, the poor phase stability of inorganic perovskites associated with lattice strain and vacancies still requires a thorough understanding and permanent solutions for tackling these problems. In this comprehensive review, the recently reported B-site doping strategy in inorganic CsPbIxBr3−x perovskite thin films, which has been elucidated to passivate the defects, tune the grain orientation, and enhance the lifetime of charge-carriers, is presented based on different B-site elements belonging to group IIIA, IVA and VA, alkaline-earth, transition, and lanthanide metals. Solutions for confronting these current problems are elaborated and an outlook on further strategies is given.
Metal halide perovskites exhibit excellent absorption properties, high carrier mobility, and remarkable charge transfer ability, showcasing significant potential as light harvesters in new‐generation photovoltaic and optoelectronic technologies. Their development has seen unprecedented growth since their discovery. Similar to metal halide perovskite developments, perovskite quantum dots (PQDs) have demonstrated significant versatility in terms of shape, dimension, bandgap, and optical properties, making them suitable for the development of optoelectronic devices. This review discusses various fabrication methods of PQDs, delves into their degradation mechanisms, and explores strategies for enhancing their performance with their applications in a variety of technological fields. Their elevated surface‐to‐volume ratio highlights their importance in increasing solar cell efficiency. PQDs are also essential for increasing the performance of perovskite solar cells, photodetectors, and light‐emitting diodes, which makes them indispensable for solid‐state lighting applications. PQDs' unique optoelectronic characteristics make them suitable for sophisticated sensing applications, giving them greater capabilities in this field. Furthermore, PQDs' resistive switching behavior makes them a good fit for applications in memory devices. PQDs' vast potential also encompasses the fields of quantum optics and communication, especially for uses like nanolasers and polarized light detectors. Even though stability and environmental concerns remain major obstacles, research efforts are being made to actively address these issues, enabling PQDs to obtain their full potential in device applications. Simply put, understanding PQDs' real potential lies in overcoming obstacles and utilizing their inherent qualities.
Over the past 10 years, perovskite solar cell (PSC) device technologies have advanced remarkably and exhibited a notable increase in efficiency. Additionally, significant innovation approaches have improved the stability related to heat, light, and moisture of PSC devices. Despite these developments in PSCs, the instability of PSCs is a pressing problem and an urgent matter to overcome for practical application. Recently, polymers have been suggested suggestion has been presented to solve the instability issues of PSCs and increase the photovoltaic parameters of devices. Here, first, the fundamental chemical bond types of self‐healing polymers are presented. Then, a comprehensive presentation of the ability of self‐healing polymers in rigid and flexible PSCs to enhance the various physical, mechanical, and optoelectronic properties is presented. Furthermore, valuable insights and innovative solutions for perovskite‐based optoelectronics with self‐healing polymers are provided, offering guidance for future optoelectronic applications. image
18 August 2022 in ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces