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Non-fullerene electron acceptors for organic photovoltaic devices

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OSTI ID:1407951
Non-fullerene electron acceptors for highly efficient organic photovoltaic devices are described. The non-fullerene electron acceptors have an extended, rigid, .pi.-conjugated electron-deficient framework that can facilitate exciton and charge derealization. The non-fullerene electron acceptors can physically mix with a donor polymer and facilitate improved electron transport. The non-fullerene electron acceptors can be incorporated into organic electronic devices, such as photovoltaic cells.
Research Organization:
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON THROUGH ITS CENTER FOR COMMERCIALIZATION, Seattle, WA (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
DOE Contract Number:
FG02-07ER46467
Assignee:
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON THROUGH ITS CENTER FOR COMMERCIALIZATION
Patent Number(s):
9,809,594
Application Number:
14/917,553
OSTI ID:
1407951
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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