Organic Electronics in Flexible Devices: Engineering Strategy, Synthesis, And Application

Abstract

As global temperatures rise and fossil fuel reserves dwindle, the urgency to transition to renewable energy sources becomes paramount. Concentrated solar technology (CSP) together with technological advances in solar panels, especially the development of flexible solar cells, Is the key to solving these global challenges. This paper reviews the evolution of solar technology, highlighting the transition from traditional rigid panels to innovative thin-film photovoltaics such as cadmium telluride (CdTe), amorphous silicon, copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS), organic polymers, and perovskite solar cells. It delves into the engineering innovations that have propelled the field forward, including printing technologies and roll-to-roll processing, and explores the burgeoning applications of flexible solar cells in wearable electronics and building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV). The discussion extends to the potential of emerging materials and technologies to enhance efficiency, stability, and environmental sustainability. Through a comprehensive analysis, this paper underscores the pivotal role of flexible solar cells in achieving a renewable energy future, emphasizing the need for continued research and development to overcome current limitations and fully realize their transformative potential.