Shockley-Queisser Thermodynamic Efficiency Limit Calculator
Determine the fundamental theoretical efficiency limit, cutoff wavelength ($\lambda_g$), thermalization losses, and open-circuit voltage ($V_{oc}$) from detailed balance physics.
Semiconductor Bandgap & Sun Model
1 Sun = standard; CPV up to 1000+
Thermodynamic Limit Breakdown
Shockley-Queisser Limit (η_max)
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Max Theoretical V_oc
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Thermalization Loss
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Below-Bandgap Loss
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Recomb & Entropy
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Energy Balance & Fundamental Boundaries
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