Abstract
The Sun, believed by the mankind to be just a mere centerpiece of the solar
system in which we live is in reality not just a unit but an entire symphonic
system which was in place much before the first humans ever walked on planet
earth. This system which has been the primary energy source for origin of life
on earth is in fact very well adequately positioned by nature to fulfill the
needs of energy for humans for many more centuries to come.
An effort by humans to harness this abundant source of energy available around
us has manifested in the form solar energy being converted to many
applications as diverse as heat channelizing, electricity conversion, electro
mechanical applications and many more as these. The dream of solar energy for
human applications was realized in the early part of this century by the
invention of solar cells which when arranged in photovoltaic arrays deliver
power for bigger applications.
The next leap of invention in this direction is "Organic Photovoltaics".
Aruvian Research' s report Analyzing Organic Photovoltaics earmarks the immense
potential that this technology holds for the future of mankind and the crucial
impact it will have on the process of introduction of solar energy into large
scale arenas of the industrialized economies.
An organic photovoltaic cell is a cell which applies organic materials for
light absorption and subsequent charge transport which is aided by its core
model of low cost, production scalability and flexibility at the molecular
level. The fine process of chemical tuning is achieved in this by varying the
lengths and functional groups of polymers which allows the management of the
energy gap. Organic molecules however are also not completely bereft of their
disadvantages as well.
Aruvian Research' s report on Analyzing Organic Photovoltaics initiates with a
strong theoretical understanding of the Solar Cell system and their subsequent
propagation into photovoltaic systems including their applications derived
from generational leaps as first to third generation cells. The report
presents the entire gamut of PV cells in a structured family tree for easy
interpretation and also delves into the applications of PV Technology in
isolated environment.
One of the critical factors affecting PV systems is nature and Aruvian
Research' s report also examines the effects of various factors as Sunlight,
Weather, Temperature as well as cloudy weather. In this context the report
provides a picture of the global markets for PV solar cells and the commercial
aspect is explored in the profiling of the markets as well as the statistics
as growth patterns on the production side. The report also explores the
commercialization potential and future for the market for PV conditions.
The environmental impact of any technology system has also been examined even
though Solar PV systems are as close to addressing environmental concerns as
possible through instances as a typical SWH system will, over its lifetime,
displace 10.5 tons of CO2 if replacing a natural gas system, or 71.5 tons if
replacing an electric system.
Aruvian Research' s report also devotes an entire in depth section to the
technical aspects of organic PV systems including their history as well as
mechanism, general operation principles and the new innovations in
architecture design of Organic PV cells which have opened up new markets for
OPV systems. These are further explained in the efficient design choices of
various donor and acceptor molecules and new ideas contributed in this field.
The report also addresses a natural query of comparisons between Organic PV
cells and traditional PV cells as also the factors which impact the production
of organic PV cells. The organic PV systems are subjected to the efficiency
factors as well as the cost factor in implementing these systems which are
some of the challenges explained in this report to improving and fine tuning
the performance of OPV systems.
The report further analyzes the processing techniques of Organic PV cells and
various types of concentrators as well as antenna photovoltaic cells. In order
to address the efficiency factors which impact the Organic PV systems the
report examines the application on nanostructures to this with a complete
overview on the two major techniques in use today. There have been efforts to
increase the longevity of OPV cells with the application of Exciton Blocking
layers being added in order to ensure maximum mileage from any system
implemented.
Aruvian Research' s report also provides a comprehensive look into the US
National Solar Technology Roadmap on Organic PV which communicates the intent
and the thoroughness of effort being put by the US behind OPV technologies.
The report further adds depth to practical understanding of OPV systems by
providing two case studies on OPV cells. Leading industry contributors which
have globally made an impact on this industry are also elaborated in this
report.
Aruvian Research' s report Analyzing Organic Photovoltaics is a very
comprehensive tool for understanding this technology in a in depth manner and
deliver thought provoking views on the marvels of this field which is nature' s
helping hand lent to mankind in order to preserve a way of life which is
sustainable as well as in sync with our environment.
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