The spectral mismatch between solar cells and incident radiation is a fundamental factor
limiting their efficiencies. There exist materials and luminescent processes which can modify …

In this review, the author highlights the history, importance and emerging applications of up-
conversion (UC) assisted solar cells. An attempt has been made to elucidate the …

Up-conversion (UC) is a promising approach to utilize sub-band-gap photons for solar cells
(SCs). Due to the non-linear nature of UC, the optimal excitation power regimes between the …

Upconversion–the absorption of two or more photons resulting in radiative emission at a
higher energy than the excitation–has the potential to enhance the efficiency of solar energy …

Solar photons possessing energy less than the bandgap of a single-junction solar cell can
be utilized via the upconversion (UC) of two or more photons, resulting in the emission of a …

The spectral mismatch between the incoming solar spectrum and photovoltaic cells is a
fundamental factor which curtails their efficiencies. Through luminescent processes, known …

In this paper we incorporate non-imaging optics in up-conversion-photovoltaic (UC-PV)
devices based on β-NaYF4: Er3+ and planar bifacial silicon solar cells with antireflective …