Photovoltaic Energy Conversion: Fundamentals, Materials, and Advanced

This book provides a comprehensive introduction to photovoltaic energy conversion, combining fundamental physics, materials science, and advanced device architectures. It addresses global energy demand, introduces solar energy as a key renewable resource, and explains core principles such as the photovoltaic effect, charge transport, and efficiency limits. Special emphasis is placed on halide perovskite materials, their optoelectronic properties, defect tolerance, and stability challenges. Advanced topics, including perovskite-silicon tandem solar cells, computational modeling, and machine learning for device optimization, are also discussed, making it an ideal resource for Master’s and PhD students.