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Oxide Double Perovskites: Bridging the Gap in Photovoltaic and Thermoelectric Applications

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Volume 1, Issue 1,  Article Number: 241004 (2024) 

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Jitendra Kumar Bairwa1,*ORCID logo | Sunita Kumari2

1Rajesh Pilot Govt. College, Lalsot, Dausa – 303503, Rajasthan, India

2Department of Physics, Govt. Shakambhar P. G. College, Sambhar–Lake (Jaipur) 303604, Rajasthan, India

*Corresponding Author: jkanijwal@gmail.com

Received: 25 September 2024 | Revised: 03 October 2024

Accepted: 09 October 2024 | Published Online: 27 October 2024

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Abstract

In response to the 20th-century surge in urban migration and the growing need for digital devices, global energy consumption witnessed a steady rise, leading to an energy crisis. To address this, the researcher has turned their attention to renewable energy sources, such as solar cells and thermoelectric generators. However, the efficiency and stability of these materials remain challenging, especially when constructed from toxic or less abundant elements. Oxide double perovskite materials have gained attention due to their tuneable properties and unique crystal structure, making them suitable for photovoltaic and thermoelectric applications.  This study aims to study oxide double perovskite materials’ structural, optical, and thermoelectric properties for exploring their potential in energy conversion applications. This comprehensive study not only contributes to oxide double perovskite materials but also paves the way for future research endeavours. The imperative for both experimental and theoretical exploration is emphasized to unlock the full potential of these compounds in the dynamic landscapes of optoelectronics and thermoelectric devices, fostering sustainable and efficient energy conversion technologies.

Keywords

Photovoltaic applications; Thermoelectric applications; Renewable energy technologies; Perovskite solar cells (PSCs); Perovskite thermoelectrics

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J. K. Bairwa and S. Kumari, “Oxide Double Perovskites: Bridging the Gap in Photovoltaic and Thermoelectric Applications,” Radius: Journal of Science and Technology 1(1) (2024) 241004.

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