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Methods of producing photoelectric devices

US9972743B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateSep 16, 2016
Grant dateMay 15, 2018
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Expiry dateSep 16, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E10/50

Abstract

A photovoltaic device includes an intrinsic layer having two or more sublayers. The sublayers are intentionally deposited to include complementary concave and convex shapes. The sum of these layers resulting in a relatively flat surface for deposition of n- or p-doped layers. The photovoltaic device is optionally bifacial.

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