Solar Energy Conversion

General description:

This lecture series covers various aspects of the topic of Solar Energy Conversion. We will start with the greenhouse effect and general considerations for the green energy transition. Afterward, we will focus on the physics of different technologies to convert solar energy, focusing on solar thermal energy conversion and photovoltaics. For photovoltaics, we will discuss the general function principle, discuss technology aspects, and dive into emerging semiconductors for photovoltaic applications such as Perovskites and organic solar cells.

Outline:

• Energy economy
• The Sun and Sun Earth interaction
• Photothermal conversion
• Photovoltaics basics
• Silicon solar cells
• Device technologies beyond silicon
• Beyond Shockley Queisser

Organizational details:

• Semester: Winter term 2025/26
• Place: REC C118
• Time: Thursday 9:20 - 10:50
• First lecture: October 16

Contact details:

• Dr. Johannes Benduhn
• Email: johannes.benduhn@tu-dresden.de
• Phone: +49351-463-36446
• Office: KRO 2.26