Moisture-Resistant Encapsulation Technology for Perovskite Solar Cells
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Perovskite solar cells are highly susceptible to moisture degradation, with exposure to relative humidity above 50% causing rapid deterioration of the crystal structure and significant performance losses within hours. Traditional encapsulation methods struggle to maintain both effective moisture barriers and optimal optical transmission, while meeting the strict thickness constraints of 0.6-0.8mm required for practical deployment.
The fundamental challenge lies in developing encapsulation systems that can simultaneously provide robust moisture protection, maintain high optical transparency, and preserve the delicate perovskite crystal structure without compromising cell efficiency.
This page brings together solutions from recent research—including multi-layer barrier architectures with controlled vapor transmission rates, superhydrophobic polymer protective films, and hybrid organic-inorganic moisture-absorbing encapsulants. These and other approaches focus on achieving long-term stability while maintaining the superior photovoltaic performance that makes perovskite technology promising.
1. Encapsulation Layer Structure with Sequential Protective, Metal Electrode, and Inorganic Layers for Perovskite Solar Cells
XIAN TIANJIAO NEW ENERGY CO LTD, 2024
Encapsulation layer structure for perovskite solar cells that enhances device durability through controlled moisture management. The encapsulation layer consists of a protective layer, a metal electrode layer, and a second inorganic layer sequentially stacked on the perovskite solar cell. This architecture prevents moisture and oxygen ingress through the encapsulation interface while maintaining structural integrity.
2. Solar Cell Module with Metal Halide-Infused Protective Layer and Encapsulation System
NINGDE CONTEMPORARY AMPEREX TECH CO LTD, 2024
Solar cell module with enhanced environmental durability through a novel encapsulation and protective layer system. The module comprises a substrate, cover plate, solar cell device, encapsulation layer, and protective layer. The cover plate is arranged opposite to the base plate, with the solar cell device positioned between the substrate and cover plate. The encapsulation layer is disposed between the substrate and cover plate, while the protective layer is disposed between the encapsulation layer and solar cell device. The protective layer contains metal halides and/or organic halides, providing a durable barrier against environmental degradation while maintaining the solar cell's performance.
3. Perovskite Solar Cell with Encapsulating Adhesive Film for Moisture and Oxygen Barrier
Extreme Electric Power Co., Ltd., 2024
Perovskite solar cell with enhanced water and oxygen resistance through a novel encapsulating adhesive film. The cell features a 0.6mm-0.8mm thick adhesive layer that provides superior moisture barrier properties while maintaining sufficient adhesion strength. This film prevents water vapor penetration and oxygen ingress, ensuring long-term stability and preventing delamination of the solar cell's absorber layer. The adhesive layer's unique combination of moisture resistance, salt-spray protection, and insulation properties enables effective protection of the solar cell components during the lamination process, while maintaining the internal pressure of the battery module during cooling.
4. Encapsulating Adhesive for Perovskite Solar Cells with Enhanced Mechanical and Chemical Stability
YUNGU TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2024
Enhancing perovskite solar cell encapsulation through improved adhesive bonding. The invention addresses the conventional issue of adhesive film overflow and mechanical stress during encapsulation by developing a novel encapsulating adhesive that provides superior mechanical strength and chemical stability. The adhesive film is formulated with a unique combination of active components that enable effective bonding while maintaining the encapsulation integrity of perovskite solar cells. This approach enables high-performance solar cells with enhanced mechanical stability and chemical durability, while maintaining the benefits of perovskite photovoltaic technology.
5. Perovskite Solar Cell Module with Hybrid Organic-Inorganic Moisture-Absorbing Encapsulant Layer
HUANENG GROUP TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION CENTER CO LTD, Huaneng Renewables Corporation Limited, China Huaneng Group Clean Energy Technology Research Institute Co., Ltd., 2024
Encapsulated perovskite solar cell module that enhances stability through a novel encapsulation system. The module comprises a perovskite solar cell assembly encapsulated in a protective encapsulant layer. The encapsulant layer contains a combination of organic and inorganic components that selectively absorb and manage moisture and contaminants, while maintaining the perovskite material's optical and electrical properties. This encapsulation system prevents moisture-related degradation and precipitation issues associated with traditional perovskite solar cells, thereby extending the lifespan of battery devices.
6. Perovskite Solar Cell Module with Superhydrophobic Polymer Protective Film
TRINASOLAR CO LTD, 2024
Perovskite solar cell module with enhanced stability through a novel protective film layer. The film, comprising superhydrophobic polymer material, prevents moisture intrusion and chemical degradation of the perovskite layer during encapsulation. The film's water vapor permeability is optimized to meet the stringent requirements of perovskite solar cells, enabling reliable operation in water and oxygen environments.
7. Single-Step Formation of Water and Oxygen Barrier Layers via Magnetron Sputtering and Plasma-Enhanced Chemical Vapor Deposition
SHENZHEN WUXIAN LIGHT ENERGY TECH CO LTD, 2023
A method for creating water and oxygen barrier encapsulation layers for perovskite solar cells through a single-step process. The encapsulation layer is prepared by magnetron sputtering a thin aluminum oxide film on the counter electrode surface of the perovskite solar cell, followed by plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition of a tetrafluoromethane or n-butyltriethoxysilane film on the side of the aluminum oxide layer. This creates a uniform barrier layer that prevents water and oxygen ingress while maintaining the encapsulation structure.
8. Solar Cell Module with Triple-Layer Encapsulant Structure for Moisture Control
SANGLAO JINKO SOLAR TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LTD, Xiangrao Jinko Solar Technology Development Company Limited, 2023
Solar cell module with improved moisture management through a novel encapsulant design. The module incorporates a specialized encapsulant structure with a unique triple-layer configuration that prevents moisture migration between the solar cells while maintaining optical transparency. The encapsulant features a first encapsulant layer with a high water vapor transmission rate, followed by a second encapsulant layer with reduced vapor permeability, and finally a third encapsulant layer that controls moisture migration between the encapsulants. This multi-layer approach ensures reliable moisture management in the solar cell module, particularly during outdoor exposure.
9. Perovskite Solar Cell with Nanostructured Silicon Dioxide and Siloxane-Based Encapsulation Layers
CHANGSHA ADVANCED ELECTRONIC MATERIALS INDUSTRY TECH RESEARCH INSTITUTE CO LTD, 2023
A perovskite solar cell with enhanced water and oxygen barrier properties through a novel encapsulation structure. The cell comprises a perovskite photovoltaic layer, a buffer layer, a spin-on-glass layer, and a hydrophobic barrier layer. The buffer layer is a nanostructured silicon dioxide layer, while the spin-on-glass layer is a siloxane-based barrier layer. The hydrophobic barrier layer is a 3,3,3-trifluoroalkyltrichlorosilane-based layer. The buffer layer and spin-on-glass layer provide hydrophobic properties, while the hydrophobic barrier layer ensures water and oxygen barrier properties. This multi-layered structure enables long-term device stability and prevents degradation from environmental factors.
10. Solar Cell with Silica Aerogel Encapsulation Layer Incorporating Elemental Doping
Hanwha Solutions Corporation, HANWHA SOLUTIONS CORP, 2023
Solar cell with improved moisture and long-term stability through a novel encapsulation layer. The solar cell features a substrate layer, optoelectronic device, and encapsulation layer comprising a silica airgel film. The silica airgel film, which can be doped with elements like Cu, Na, Sn, Zn, K, Li, or Ca, provides enhanced moisture resistance while maintaining transparency. The encapsulation layer's thickness is controlled to achieve optimal light transmission while maintaining device integrity. The encapsulation layer is specifically designed to prevent degradation from environmental factors without compromising photovoltaic performance.
11. Photovoltaic Module with Water-Blocking Encapsulation Layer for Perovskite Solar Cell
WUXI UTMOST LIGHT TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, Wuxi Jidian Photovoltaic Technology Co., Ltd., 2022
A photovoltaic module comprising a perovskite solar cell encapsulated in a water-blocking encapsulation layer, with the encapsulation layer comprising a lamination comprising the perovskite solar cell chip, adhesive layer, and support protection plate, where the encapsulation layer is designed to prevent water vapor ingress while maintaining structural integrity.
12. Flexible Perovskite Battery Packaging with Micro-Nano Particle-Enhanced Water-Blocking Encapsulation
WUXI JIDIAN LIGHT ENERGY TECH CO LTD, 2022
Flexible perovskite battery packaging that prevents water vapor ingress through a novel encapsulation method. The packaging comprises a flexible substrate with integrated light absorption and confluence regions, where functional layers are stacked in sequence. The substrate is coated with a specially formulated encapsulation material that incorporates micro-nano water-blocking particles. This water-blocking layer prevents moisture from entering the perovskite cell while maintaining structural integrity during packaging. The encapsulation material is prepared through a controlled cross-linking process that incorporates a glass fiber reinforcement. The resulting packaging provides superior water resistance compared to conventional flexible substrates, enabling reliable performance of the perovskite cells during flexible packaging.
13. Perovskite Solar Cell with Targeted Encapsulation for Structural Integrity and Air Sealing
CHINA HUANENG CLEAN ENERGY RESEARCH INSTITUTE, 华能新能源股份有限公司, China Huaneng Group Clean Energy Technology Research Institute Co., Ltd., 2022
Perovskite solar cell with enhanced stability through targeted encapsulation. The cell incorporates a novel encapsulation strategy that specifically addresses the environmental challenges associated with perovskite solar cells, particularly the degradation of lead during high-temperature and humidity conditions. The encapsulation process is tailored to maintain the perovskite material's structural integrity while preventing air leakage, thereby ensuring long-term performance and environmental sustainability.
14. Encapsulation Film for Flexible Perovskite Solar Cells with Methyl Methacrylate-n-Butyl Acrylate Copolymer and Aluminum Oxide Layers
CHINA HUANENG CLEAN ENERGY RESEARCH INSTITUTE, China Huaneng Group Clean Energy Technology Research Institute Co., Ltd., Huaneng Renewables Corporation Limited, 2022
Flexible perovskite solar cell encapsulation film and solar cell that enhances water vapor transmission, interlayer adhesion, and mechanical durability through a novel encapsulation structure. The encapsulation film comprises a substrate layer, a methyl methacrylate-n-butyl acrylate copolymer layer, and an aluminum oxide layer contacting in turn. The solar cell features a substrate layer, a methyl methacrylate-n-butyl acrylate copolymer layer, and an aluminum oxide layer contacting successively.
15. Perovskite Solar Cell Encapsulation with Dual-Layer Metal Compound and Secondary Sealing Structure
Kunshan GCL Optoelectronic Materials Co., Ltd., KUNSHAN GCL OPTOELECTRONIC MATERIALS CO LTD, 2022
Enhancing the stability of perovskite solar cells through a novel encapsulation structure that combines a dense metal compound layer with a second encapsulation layer. The first layer provides comprehensive protection against air, moisture, and oxygen, while the second layer enhances the encapsulation performance by further sealing the perovskite active layer. This dual-layer approach enables higher fault tolerance, wider application range, and more relaxed encapsulation conditions compared to conventional methods.
16. Perovskite Solar Cell with Multi-Layer Encapsulation Featuring Airtight Wrap Layer Enclosure
Wuxi Jidian Photovoltaic Technology Co., Ltd., WUXI UTMOST LIGHT TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2022
A perovskite solar cell with enhanced moisture and gas barrier protection through a novel encapsulation design. The cell comprises a multi-layer structure with a photoactive layer and a wrap layer comprising a body and peripheral layer. The wrap layer encloses the photoactive layer on all sides, creating an airtight environment that prevents moisture and gas ingress from the outside environment. The body of the wrap layer and the peripheral layer are designed to provide superior optical and mechanical properties, while the photoactive layer remains intact for efficient photovoltaic conversion.
17. Perovskite Solar Cell Assembly with Super Absorbent Polymer Encapsulation and Water Management Layer
ZHEJIANG AIKOSOLAR TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2022
A perovskite solar cell assembly with enhanced humidity stability through a novel encapsulation and water management system. The assembly comprises a battery encapsulation, a perovskite solar cell module, and a water management layer. The encapsulation contains a super absorbent polymer that selectively absorbs water vapor while preventing perovskite film degradation. The water management layer is positioned between the electrode and dividing groove, preventing water from entering the perovskite layer. This integrated approach addresses the critical issue of perovskite cell stability in humid environments.
18. Method for Encapsulating Perovskite Solar Cells via Controlled Magnetron Sputtering of Aluminum Oxide
UNIV QINGHUA, 2022
A method for encapsulating perovskite solar cells using magnetron sputtering to deposit encapsulation materials directly on the device surface. The encapsulation layer is formed through controlled magnetron sputtering of materials such as aluminum oxide (Al2O3) onto the conductive electrode layer, achieving high film thickness uniformity and precise control over thickness. The encapsulation layer provides superior water-oxygen stability compared to conventional encapsulation methods, enabling enhanced long-term device performance and durability.
19. Solar Cell with SiNx and Al2O3 Stacked Encapsulation Layer Incorporating OCA Film
Hanwha Solutions Corporation, HANWHA SOLUTIONS CORP, 2022
Solar cell with improved moisture and long-term stability through a novel encapsulation layer. The solar cell features a substrate layer, optoelectronic device, and encapsulation layer comprising a SiNx layer, Al2O3 layer, and at least one of an OCA film, where the encapsulation layer is stacked on the SiNx layer. The encapsulation layer provides enhanced moisture resistance and long-term stability without compromising the photovoltaic performance. The encapsulation layer is optimized to maintain high transmittance (85-95%) while maintaining the necessary thickness range (10-120 nm) for optimal optical properties.
20. Perovskite Solar Cell with Transparent Moisture- and Oxygen-Resistant Packaging
TRINA SOLAR CO LTD, Trina Solar Co., Ltd., 2021
A perovskite solar cell that enhances stability through a novel packaging system. The cell incorporates a transparent, moisture- and oxygen-resistant packaging material that maintains the perovskite material's structural integrity while preventing environmental degradation. This packaging enables the perovskite solar cell to operate reliably in various environmental conditions, particularly in applications where conventional packaging materials may compromise performance.
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