Germanium solar cell and method for the production thereof

Details Germanium solar cell and method for the production thereof Germanium solar cell and method for the production thereof

2011-06-14

2011-06-14

Neckel, Alexa D (Department: 1723)

Batteries: thermoelectric and photoelectric

Photoelectric

Cells

Reexamination Certificate

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07960645

ABSTRACT:
A method is disclosed for passivating and contacting a surface of a germanium substrate. A passivation layer of amorphous silicon material is formed on the germanium surface. A contact layer of metal is then formed on the passivation. The structure is heated so that the germanium surface makes contact with the contact layer. Thus, a passivated germanium surface is disclosed, as well as a solar cell comprising such a structure.

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