Tunnel Oxide-Passivated Back Contact solar cells represent a next-generation photovoltaic technology with significant potential for achieving both high efficiency and low cost. This study addresses the challenge of low bifaciality inherent to the rear-side structure of TBC cells. Using the Quokka3 simulation and assuming high-quality surface passivation and fine-line printing accuracy, a systematic optimization was conducted. The optimization encompassed surface morphology, optical coatings, bulk material parameters (carrier lifetime and resistivity), and rear-side geometry (emitter fraction, metallization pattern and gap width). Through a multi-parameter co-optimization process aimed at enhancing conversion efficiency, a simulated conversion efficiency of 27.26% and a bifaciality ratio of 92.96% were achieved. The simulation analysis quantified the trade-off relationships between FF, bifaciality, and efficiency under different parameter combinations. This enables accurate prediction of final performance outcomes when prioritizing different metrics, thereby providing scientific decision-making support for addressing the core design challenges in the industrialization of TBC cells.
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