Machine Learning-Driven Optimization of Transport Layers in MAPbI₃ Perovskite Solar Cells for Enhanced Performance

This study aims to analyse the performance of MAPbI3-based perovskite solar cells (PSCs) by integrating machine learning (ML) models with the SCAPS-1D simulator. An extensive dataset of 28,182 PSCs, combinations of six-electron transport layers, ten-hole transport layers, and MAPbI3 absorber layer b...

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Main Authors: Velpuri Leela Devi, Piyush Kuchhal, Debasis de, Abhinav Sharma, Neeraj Kumar Shukla, Mona Aggarwal
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author Velpuri Leela Devi
Piyush Kuchhal
Debasis de
Abhinav Sharma
Neeraj Kumar Shukla
Mona Aggarwal
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description This study aims to analyse the performance of MAPbI3-based perovskite solar cells (PSCs) by integrating machine learning (ML) models with the SCAPS-1D simulator. An extensive dataset of 28,182 PSCs, combinations of six-electron transport layers, ten-hole transport layers, and MAPbI3 absorber layer by varying thickness of each layer, has been generated in the SCAPS-1D simulator. In this research work, among those eight ML models, the XGBoost algorithm shows high accuracy for predicting the power conversion efficiency (PCE) of the cell, achieving root mean square error (RMSE) of 0.052 and a coefficient of determination (R2) of 0.999. Using Pearson correlation and Shapley Additive Explanations (SHAP), the most effective configuration for high-performance PSCs was identified by evaluating parameter significance. SCAPS-1D simulations revealed an optimal configuration comprising 200nm WS2, 900nm MAPbI3, and 500nm CBTS thin layer, achieving a PCE of 24.34%. Further adjustments in doping densities increased the PCE to 34.65%. This research highlights the critical importance of precise material and structural optimization to improve PSC performance. The integration of ML with traditional simulation techniques provides a robust foundation for PSC research, supporting further experimental validation and potential large-scale applications, ultimately advancing more efficient and durable photovoltaic technologies.
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spelling doaj-art-e5ce85d62369498597a5e9cd2e8681aa2025-08-20T01:54:38ZengIEEEIEEE Access2169-35362024-01-011217954617956510.1109/ACCESS.2024.349237810745500Machine Learning-Driven Optimization of Transport Layers in MAPbI₃ Perovskite Solar Cells for Enhanced PerformanceVelpuri Leela Devi0Piyush Kuchhal1https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6326-9440Debasis de2https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6774-4579Abhinav Sharma3https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3014-9079Neeraj Kumar Shukla4https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7093-3805Mona Aggarwal5https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3295-9764Electrical Cluster, UPES, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, IndiaElectrical Cluster, UPES, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, IndiaEnergy Institute Bengaluru (Centre of Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology), Bengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaElectrical Cluster, UPES, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, IndiaDepartment of Electrical Engineering, College of Engineering, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi ArabiaDepartment of Multidisciplinary Engineering, The NorthCap University, Gurugram, Haryana, IndiaThis study aims to analyse the performance of MAPbI3-based perovskite solar cells (PSCs) by integrating machine learning (ML) models with the SCAPS-1D simulator. An extensive dataset of 28,182 PSCs, combinations of six-electron transport layers, ten-hole transport layers, and MAPbI3 absorber layer by varying thickness of each layer, has been generated in the SCAPS-1D simulator. In this research work, among those eight ML models, the XGBoost algorithm shows high accuracy for predicting the power conversion efficiency (PCE) of the cell, achieving root mean square error (RMSE) of 0.052 and a coefficient of determination (R2) of 0.999. Using Pearson correlation and Shapley Additive Explanations (SHAP), the most effective configuration for high-performance PSCs was identified by evaluating parameter significance. SCAPS-1D simulations revealed an optimal configuration comprising 200nm WS2, 900nm MAPbI3, and 500nm CBTS thin layer, achieving a PCE of 24.34%. Further adjustments in doping densities increased the PCE to 34.65%. This research highlights the critical importance of precise material and structural optimization to improve PSC performance. The integration of ML with traditional simulation techniques provides a robust foundation for PSC research, supporting further experimental validation and potential large-scale applications, ultimately advancing more efficient and durable photovoltaic technologies.https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10745500/MAPbI₃ absorber layerETLHTLmachine learningSCAPS-1D simulator
spellingShingle Velpuri Leela Devi
Piyush Kuchhal
Debasis de
Abhinav Sharma
Neeraj Kumar Shukla
Mona Aggarwal
Machine Learning-Driven Optimization of Transport Layers in MAPbI₃ Perovskite Solar Cells for Enhanced Performance
IEEE Access
MAPbI₃ absorber layer
ETL
HTL
machine learning
SCAPS-1D simulator
title Machine Learning-Driven Optimization of Transport Layers in MAPbI₃ Perovskite Solar Cells for Enhanced Performance
title_full Machine Learning-Driven Optimization of Transport Layers in MAPbI₃ Perovskite Solar Cells for Enhanced Performance
title_fullStr Machine Learning-Driven Optimization of Transport Layers in MAPbI₃ Perovskite Solar Cells for Enhanced Performance
title_full_unstemmed Machine Learning-Driven Optimization of Transport Layers in MAPbI₃ Perovskite Solar Cells for Enhanced Performance
title_short Machine Learning-Driven Optimization of Transport Layers in MAPbI₃ Perovskite Solar Cells for Enhanced Performance
title_sort machine learning driven optimization of transport layers in mapbi x2083 perovskite solar cells for enhanced performance
topic MAPbI₃ absorber layer
ETL
HTL
machine learning
SCAPS-1D simulator
url https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10745500/
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