Photo-thermoelasticity causes semiconductors to become electrical conductors, enhancing device efficiency and performance

https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1069531

"can improve energy conversion processes in semiconductor devices. The team aims to develop more efficient materials for solar cells and other optoelectronic applications by understanding the thermoelastic response to different light wavelengths and studying the stability of all physical variations for more effective solar cells. This research has the potential to advance sustainable energy technologies and reduce the environmental impact of electronic devices... renewable energy, optoelectronic devices"