Quasi-solid-state, coaxial, fiber-shaped dye-sensitized solar cells

Abstract

A quasi-solid-state, coaxial, fiber-shaped dye-sensitized solar cell is developed by wrapping transparent and conducting carbon nanotube sheets on a modified Ti wire. The use of eutectic melts and design of the coaxial structure enable effective contacts between the two electrodes and active layer with a good performance, including high thermal stability and flexibility.