Spanish researchers cut organic solar cell losses using optical cavity technique

Scientists developed an optical cavity that restricts photon emission angles to reduce Boltzmann losses in organic solar cells, potentially enabling efficiencies beyond theoretical limits.

First covered Oct 9, 2026 · 4:05 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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33d PV Magazine Spanish researchers reduce losses in organic solar cells by restricting emission angle — Spanish researchers have developed an optical cavity that reduces Boltzmann losses in organic solar cells by restricting photon emission angles.

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Appeared in: 2026-10-09 (#4)

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