Accelerating Optoelectronic Device Development
Quantum Yield Berlin Project
Luminescence quantum yield is a key performance indicator for the optimization of semiconductor materials for opto-electronic device applications like solar cells, LEDs and sensors.
At the Helmholtz Center Berlin (HZB) a unique approach to measure and analyze the photoluminescent quantum yield turned research into a start-up: With the LuQY Pro the Spin-off QYB Quantum Yield Berlin designed a compact and versatile system to swiftly quantify the electro- and photoluminescence quantum yield and implied open-circuit voltage of thin-film absorbers, layer stacks, or complete devices under various operating conditions.
Through the Solar TAP initiative, QYB has collaborated with leading research institutions and industry partners to integrate the LuQY Pro into automated film manufacturing platforms, enhancing its capabilities and expanding its market reach.
LuQY Pro integrated with custom luminescence loader system designed by SCIPRIOS. Copyright: QYB
Project details
Key Achievements
Innovative Measurement Solution:
The LuQY Pro offers a user-friendly, non-invasive system for absolute luminescence quantum yield measurements, providing immediate calculations of ELQY/PLQY and iV_OC, which are crucial for optimizing optoelectronic devices such as solar cells and LEDs.
Seamless Integration:
In collaboration with SCIPRIOS GmbH, the LuQY Pro has been integrated into automated film manufacturing platforms, enabling high-throughput and reproducible synthesis of perovskite thin films, thereby accelerating material and device optimization processes.
Enhanced Market Opportunities:
This integration opens new markets and product opportunities for both SCIPRIOS and QYB, positioning them at the forefront of lab automation and characterization in the field of printed electronics and photovoltaics.
Linking Science and Industry
The collaboration between QYB, SCIPRIOS, and HZB exemplifies the synergy between scientific research and industrial application. The scientific groundwork for the LuQY Pro was established at HZB, leading to the development of a market-ready instrument by QYB. Through Solar TAP, the LuQY Pro was tested and integrated into SCIPRIOS’s automated platforms, demonstrating the effectiveness of public-private partnerships in advancing technological innovation.
Future Outlook
Building on this success, QYB aims to further enhance the LuQY Pro’s capabilities and explore additional applications in optoelectronic device development. The ongoing collaboration with Solar TAP partners will facilitate continuous feedback from the scientific community, driving iterative improvements and ensuring that the LuQY Pro meets the evolving needs of researchers and industry professionals.
Added Value
for the Industrial Partner
- Product Enhancement: Integration into automated platforms has expanded the functionality and appeal of the LuQY Pro, making it more attractive to potential customers in research and industry.
- Market Expansion: The collaboration has opened new market opportunities for both QYB and SCIPRIOS, positioning them as leaders in lab automation and characterization solutions.
for Research
- Accelerated Development: Researchers benefit from faster, more accurate measurements of luminescence quantum yield, expediting the development of efficient solar cells and LEDs.
- Enhanced Capabilities: The integration of the LuQY Pro into automated platforms allows for high-throughput testing and data collection, facilitating large-scale studies and advanced material screening.
for Society
- Advancement in Renewable Energy: By accelerating the development of more efficient solar cells, this collaboration contributes to the broader adoption of renewable energy sources.
- Technological Innovation: The project showcases how collaborative efforts can lead to innovative tools that drive scientific and industrial progress, ultimately benefiting society through improved technologies.
Further Information
Contact PI at HGF:
Prof. Steve Albrecht
