Fundamental and Technical Advances in Bulk Photovoltaics of 2D van der Waals Materials

Key Points

• The research aims to review recent advances in the development and application of 2D van der Waals materials in photovoltaics.
• Review of recent literature on 2D van der Waals materials.
• Analysis of electronic and optical properties relevant to photovoltaics.
• Discussion on technical advancements in material synthesis and engineering.
• Identified significant improvements in the electronic properties of 2D van der Waals materials, enhancing energy conversion efficiency.
• Demonstrated how tailored optical properties contribute to better light absorption in photovoltaics.
• Highlighted technical methods that support scalability and practical applications of these materials.