IIT Bombay Team Harnesses Tandem Device for Efficient, Stable Solar Cells

• IIT Bombay team demonstrates a higher efficiency and greater stability in their solar cell tandem device, potentially leading to low lifetime costs for solar cells.

The team at IIT Bombay has used their tandem device to demonstrate a higher efficiency combined with greater stability. This could pave the way for more efficient and stable tandem solar cells, with lower lifetime costs.

What Are Benefits of IIT Bombay's Tandem Device?

• The Tandem Device's efficiency is currently at 33.6%. This is significantly higher than the current highest efficiency of single junction cells of 29.1%, making it a substantial improvement.
• The device is also much more stable than other tandem cells, as it is able to consistently maintain its efficiency over a wide temperature range. This means the device can run more reliably in outdoor conditions.
• The Tandem Device requires less material than other tandem cells, making it more cost-effective in terms of production.
• The device is made from low cost materials, meaning it can be deployed in a wide range of locations, including places that may not have access to expensive materials.
• The device's design is also easily scalable, making it easier to increase the number of cells in a tandem device. This makes larger scale deployments more feasible.
• The device is also flexible in terms of its design, allowing it to be adapted to different settings and applications. This makes it a more versatile tool for solar energy applications.