Abstract
We report the observation of space-charge limited current in the current–voltage characteristics of GaAs solar cells as evidenced by an abrupt decrease in the series resistance, a concurrent steep increase in the dark current at a threshold voltage and the observation of a quadratic dependence of the dark current on the voltage across the series resistance above threshold. The abrupt decrease in the series resistance at threshold, results in the observation of negative differential resistance and a subsequent hysteresis in the current–voltage characteristics. Auger electron spectroscopy analysis shows that the space-charge limited current can be attributed to a thin insulating CrAs layer at the contact/semiconductor interface.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
