Enhancing the performance of Dye-Sensitized Solar cells by Co2+Doping in MOF derived TiO2

Nizamudeen Cherupurakal, Krishna Priya Ramachandran, Abdel Hamid I. Mourad

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Abstract

Metal organic frameworks (MOFs) are receiving scientific considerations due to its tunable structural properties. Likewise, the MOF derived structures possess the advantages of controlling the morphology and surface area. Currently, researchers are focused on using the MOF derived materials, especially metal oxides, for different clean energy applications. Through this research work we propose a simple solvothermal process to fabricate Cobalt doped TiO2 nanoparticles and their applicability in Dye sensitized solar cells (DSSCs). MIL-125 MOFs were taken as Titanium source and Cobalt (Co2+) doping was carried out 400°C. The obtained material was characterized using Xray diffractometer and Scanning electron microscope (SEM) confirmed the anatase morphology and highly porous structures with particle size of 30 nm. Furthermore, enhanced light absorption was detected in the UV-Vis spectroscopy. DSSC cells were fabricated using the synthesized samples and a maximum power conversion efficiency of 6.86% was obtained which is 13% more than undoped TiO2 samples.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2022 Advances in Science and Engineering Technology International Conferences, ASET 2022
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9781665418010
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2022
Event2022 Advances in Science and Engineering Technology International Conferences, ASET 2022 - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Duration: Feb 21 2022Feb 24 2022

Publication series

Name2022 Advances in Science and Engineering Technology International Conferences, ASET 2022

Conference

Conference2022 Advances in Science and Engineering Technology International Conferences, ASET 2022
Country/TerritoryUnited Arab Emirates
CityDubai
Period2/21/222/24/22

Keywords

  • DSSC
  • Metal organic framework
  • TiO2

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Process Chemistry and Technology
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Waste Management and Disposal

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