Abstract: A perovskite solar cell of the present invention has a structure in which an electron transport layer including a fullerene or a fullerene derivative is formed on a first electrode including a transparent conductive substrate and a blocking layer, such as a BCP layer, is absent, achieving improved electron transporting properties. The fullerene or fullerene derivative can perform a role as a blocking layer. Therefore, the use of the fullerene or fullerene derivative enables rapid fabrication of the solar cell with high efficiency.

Abstract: Provided is an adduct represented by Formula 1: A.PbY2.Q??(1) wherein A is an organic or inorganic halide, Y is F?, Cl?, Br? or I? as a halogen ion, and Q is a Lewis base including a functional group containing a nitrogen (N), oxygen (O) or sulfur (S) atom with an unshared pair of electrons as an electron pair donor. The Lewis base is maintained more stable in the lead halide adduct. Therefore, the use of the adduct enables the fabrication of a perovskite solar cell with high conversion efficiency.

Abstract: A high-sensitivity sensor containing cracks is provided. The high-sensitivity sensor is obtained by forming microcracks on a conductive thin film, which is formed on top of a support, wherein the microcracks form a micro joining structure in which the microcracks are electrically changed, short-circuited or open, thereby converting external stimuli into electric signals by generating a change in a resistance value. The high-sensitivity sensor can be useful in a displacement sensor, a pressure sensor, a vibration sensor, artificial skin, a voice recognition system, and the like.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a spark discharge generator. The spark discharge system of the present invention includes a plurality of columnar electrodes and a ground plate having a plurality of outlet holes at positions corresponding to the columnar electrodes. The use of the spark discharge generator enables the production of a three-dimensionally shaped nanostructure array on a large area in a uniform and rapid manner.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing an electronic device comprising at least one layer selected from the group consisting of a upper electrode layer, a lower electrode layer, an organic layer and an inorganic layer, which comprises a step of introducing a nanoparticle layer or a nano/micro structure layer by adhering charged nanoparticles, before, after or during forming the layer.

Abstract: A high-sensitivity sensor containing cracks is provided. The high-sensitivity sensor is obtained by forming microcracks on a conductive thin film, which is formed on top of a support, wherein the microcracks form a micro joining structure in which the microcracks are electrically changed, short-circuited or open, thereby converting external stimuli into electric signals by generating a change in a resistance value. The high-sensitivity sensor can be useful in a displacement sensor, a pressure sensor, a vibration sensor, artificial skin, a voice recognition system, and the like.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for producing a 3-dimensional structure assembled from nanoparticles by using a mask having a pattern of perforations, which comprises the steps of: in a grounded reactor, placing a mask having a pattern of perforations corresponding to a determined pattern at a certain distance above a substrate to be patterned, and then applying voltage to the substrate to form an electrodynamic focusing lens; and introducing charged nanoparticles into the reactor, the charged particles being guided to the substrate through the pattern of perforations so as to be selectively attached to the substrate with 3-dimensional shape. According to the process of the present invention, a 3-dimensional structure of various shapes can be produced without producing noise pattern, with high accuracy and high efficiency.

Abstract: An organic photovoltaic cell is provided. The organic photovoltaic cell includes a first electrode layer formed on a substrate, metal nanoparticles bound to the surface of the first electrode layer, a hole transport layer formed on the metal nanoparticles to form a nano-bump structure together with the metal nanoparticles, a photoactive layer formed on the hole transport layer, and a second electrode layer formed on the photoactive layer. The nano-bump structure enhances plasmonic effects, leading to an increase in photocurrent. The photoactive layer has an uneven structure. This uneven structure allows the photoactive layer to absorb larger amount of light than an even structure does, leading to an improvement in the photovoltaic efficiency of the organic photovoltaic cell. In addition, the nano-bump structure can be formed by simple dry aerosol deposition without involving a complicated exposure or transfer process, contributing to a marked improvement in economic efficiency.

Abstract: The present invention provides a 3-dimensional nanoparticle structure, wherein a plurality of structures formed by assembling nanoparticles is connected to form a bridge, and a gas sensor using the same.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an electrode catalyst, a method for preparing the electrode catalyst, and a membrane electrode assembly and a fuel cell including the electrode catalyst. The electrode catalyst includes a carbon support and a platinum catalyst supported on the carbon support. A thermally responsive polymer is selectively bound to the carbon support. The electrode catalyst can ensure smooth discharge of water produced as a result of an electrochemical reaction, achieving improved electrical performance of the fuel cell.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a spark discharge generator. The spark discharge system of the present invention includes a plurality of columnar electrodes and a ground plate having a plurality of outlet holes at positions corresponding to the columnar electrodes. The use of the spark discharge generator enables the production of a three-dimensionally shaped nanostructure array on a large area in a uniform and rapid manner.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for manufacturing a nanoparticle structure by focused patterning of nanoparticles, and a nanoparticle structure obtained by the above method. The method of the present invention is characterized by comprising the steps of: first of all, accumulating ions generated by corona discharge on a substrate where a micro/nano pattern is formed; inducing charged nanoparticles and ions generated by spark discharge to the micro/nano pattern of the substrate; and then focused depositing on the micro/nano pattern. According to the method of the present invention, an elaborate nanoparticle structure, which has 3-dimensional shape having complicated structure, can be effectively manufactured.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for producing a 3-dimensional structure assembled from nanoparticles by using a mask having a pattern of perforations, which comprises the steps of: in a grounded reactor, placing a mask having a pattern of perforations corresponding to a determined pattern at a certain distance above a substrate to be patterned, and then applying voltage to the substrate to form an electrodynamic focusing lens; and introducing charged nanoparticles into the reactor, the charged particles being guided to the substrate through the pattern of perforations so as to be selectively attached to the substrate with 3-dimensional shape. According to the process of the present invention, a 3-dimensional structure of various shapes can be produced without producing noise pattern, with high accuracy and high efficiency.

Abstract: The present invention provides a 3-dimensional nanoparticle structure, wherein a plurality of structures formed by assembling nanoparticles is connected to form a bridge, and a gas sensor using the same.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing an electronic device comprising at least one layer selected from the group consisting of a upper electrode layer, a lower electrode layer, an organic layer and an inorganic layer, which comprises a step of introducing a nanoparticle layer or a nano/micro structure layer by adhering charged nanoparticles, before, after or during forming the layer.

Abstract: A wind power generator includes a pillar fixed on a base, a nacelle platform disposed on an upper end portion of the pillar, a service crane provided at a side of the nacelle platform, a generator assembly coupled to the nacelle platform, a rotor hub rotatably coupled to the generator assembly, and a plurality of blades coupled to the rotor hub and rotating the rotor hub. The rotor hub is provided at an outer circumference of a front end thereof with a plurality of first pulleys for guiding a case from a winch installed on the ground.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of treating fabric conditioner for washable silk products, which can provide smoothness to silk products since fabric conditioners of different kinds are mixed and treated together and decrease whiteness or prevent yellowing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of treating fabric conditioner for washable silk products, which can provide smoothness to silk products since fabric conditioners of different kinds are mixed and treated together and decrease whiteness or prevent yellowing.

Abstract: A wind power generator includes a pillar fixed on a base, a nacelle platform disposed on an upper end portion of the pillar, a service crane provided at a side of the nacelle platform, a generator assembly coupled to the nacelle platform, a rotor hub rotatably coupled to the generator assembly, and a plurality of blades coupled to the rotor hub and rotating the rotor hub. The rotor hub is provided at an outer circumference of a front end thereof with a plurality of first pulleys for guiding a case from a winch installed on the ground.

Abstract: Composite microparticles having thin coating layers can be simply prepared by bringing a host particle precursor into contact with a flame generated in a burner movably mounted at the bottom of a coating apparatus, by introducing the precursor in the form of a vapor or micronized liquid droplets upwardly into the burner, to obtain host particles; and introducing a gaseous coating precursor upwardly toward the host particles in or around the flame, the coating precursor being protected by an inert gas introduced therearound such that the formation of particles derived from the coating precursor itself is prevented.