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Sunny Dye-Light: Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells
| Division: | Physical & Mathematical Sciences | | Category: | Junior | | Region: | | | City: | , | | School: | | | Abstract: | This project tested the solar conversion efficiency of three inexpensive natural anthocyanin dyes (blackberry, pomegranate and raspberry) when used in dye-sensitized solar cells. The solar cell efficiency was measured using an Oriel I-V (current-voltage) Solar Simulator. Blackberry dye was found to have the highest average efficiency. A prototype for charging mobile devices and music players was constructed utilizing the dye-sensitized solar cells. |
| Awards | Value | The University of Western Ontario Scholarship
Gold Medallist - $4000 Entrance Scholarship
Sponsor: University of Western Ontario | $4 000.00 | Gold Medal - Environmental Innovation
Junior
Sponsor: EnviroExpo, Presented by VIA Rail Canada | $11 500.00 | | Total | $15 500.00 | |
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