Curcumin Dye-Sensitized Solar Cell

Abstract

DSSCs (dye sensitized solar cells) are expected to be one of the efficient third generation solar cells that are generating green energy at low production cost since no vacuum systems or expensive equipment are required in their fabrication. In this paper, review of the structure, and operation principles of the dye sensitized solar cell DSSC is outlined. Extraction and optical characterization of Curcumin dye are detailed. Preparation procedures, optical and electrical characterization of the DSSC using Curcumin dye, as well as factors limiting the operation of the DSSC are discussed. Open circuit voltage V oc = 430 mV and short circuit current I sc = 0.72 mA from a 3 cm 2 curcumin sensitized solar cell is achievable under solar illumination.