Colored Transparent Solar Cell Dual-Side Color Implementation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current transparent solar cells for building integration face challenges in achieving high power generation while maintaining aesthetic appeal and durability, particularly in implementing colors on both sides of the solar window.
Innovation Solution
A colored transparent window-type solar cell design utilizing a double layer structure with a first and second color implementation layer, each comprising a conductive and insulation layer, allowing independent adjustment of thickness and refractive index to achieve various colors, and including a light absorbing layer between transparent electrodes for efficient electricity generation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single layer color implementation structure is used, then the device complexity is reduced, but the ability to implement colors on both sides independently is compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The solar cell is divided into two separate color implementation layers: a first color implementation layer adjacent to the first transparent electrode and a second color implementation layer adjacent to the second transparent electrode. This segmentation allows each layer to independently implement colors on opposite sides of the solar cell, resolving the contradiction by enabling dual-side color customization without requiring a single complex multi-functional layer.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a single-layer approach to a dual-layer structure, adding a dimensional aspect to the color implementation. By stacking color implementation layers on both sides of the light-absorbing layer, the system gains the ability to independently control colors in different spatial dimensions (front and back surfaces), thereby achieving versatile color implementation while maintaining manageable complexity through modular design.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the thickness of color implementation layers is increased to enhance color effect, then the aesthetic appeal is improved, but the light transmittance is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs parameter changes by adjusting the thickness and refractive index of the first and second color implementation layers to independently control color appearance and light transmittance. By varying these parameters, the system can achieve desired aesthetic effects while maintaining sufficient light transmission for power generation, resolving the contradiction between color enhancement and light transmittance preservation.
3Adaptability or versatility
If a double layer structure with independent color implementation is used, then the aesthetic appeal and color versatility are improved, but the manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The manufacturing process is segmented into distinct steps for forming the first color implementation layer and the second color implementation layer. Each layer can be deposited, patterned, and optimized independently, which simplifies the overall manufacturing complexity compared to creating a single complex multi-functional layer. This segmentation allows for modular fabrication and quality control.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes parameter changes in the deposition process, allowing independent adjustment of thickness and refractive index for each color implementation layer. This parameter control enables precise tuning of optical properties during manufacturing, facilitating easier production and quality assurance while maintaining the benefits of independent color control on both sides.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution enables stable implementation of multiple colors while securing light transmittance and absorbing properties, enhancing durability and aesthetic appeal by using a double layer structure that maintains light transmittance and absorbing properties, suitable for use as transparent solar windows.
Implementation Method 1
a light absorbing layer disposed between the first transparent electrode and the second transparent electrode
Implementation Method 2
the thickness or refractive index of each of the first insulation layer and the first conductive layer may be adjusted to implement the color of the first color implementation layer, the thickness or refractive index of each of the second insulation layer and the second conductive layer may be adjusted to implement the color of the second color implementation layer
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AI summary
Provided is a transparent solar cell including a first transparent electrode, a second transparent electrode, a light absorbing layer, a first color implementation layer, and a second implementation layer, wherein each of the first color implementation layer and the second implementation layer includes an insulation layer and a conductive layer. By using a double layer, it is possible to provide a colored transparent solar cell securing stability and durability and implementing colors on both sides.