Nanotechnology Principles Lab: Nanocrystalline Solar Cells
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Abstract
This lab consists of activities designed to teach students about solar cells.
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Learning Outcomes:
- To gain a basic understanding of circuits and how solar cells work
- To build and test a solar cell made using nanocrystalline TiO2 and juice from raspberries
- To understand how renewable energy benefits the environment
- To understand how nanotechnology can increase the efficiency of solar cells
Lab Contents:
- Presentation Slides
- Background needed before lab activities
- Nanocrystalline Solar Cells Lab activity
- References and Websites
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Brian Rucci, Kristine Schroeder
SHINE: Seattle's Hub for Industry-driven Nanotechnology Education