Optimization of WS2 Synthesis Parameters for Enhanced Structural and Optical Properties Toward Photovoltaic Application
Basra SULTANA, R. SAIDUR, Norulsamani ABDULLAH, M.A. ZAED
Abstract. Tungsten disulfide (WS2) is a two-dimensional material that offers significant potential for photovoltaic (PV) application. The improvement of structural and optical properties remains a challenge. The aim of this study is to enhance the ability of WS2 to utilize the solar energy through controlled sulfur supply. This study used a hydrothermal method to synthesize the material and applies a single-factor precursor variation by systematically changing the WCl6:TAA molar ratio while keeping the other synthesis parameters constant and it evaluates the impact on optical properties, which represents the novelty of this work. The finding indicates that enriching the sulfur ratio leads to clustered WS2 and improves its ability to absorb light. This notable improvement highlights the suitability of WS2 as an excellent candidate for PV technology.
Keywords
Photovoltaic, Solar Energy, Synthesis, WS2
Published online 5/10/2026, 6 pages
Copyright © 2026 by the author(s)
Published under license by Materials Research Forum LLC., Millersville PA, USA
Citation: Basra SULTANA, R. SAIDUR, Norulsamani ABDULLAH, M.A. ZAED, Optimization of WS2 Synthesis Parameters for Enhanced Structural and Optical Properties Toward Photovoltaic Application, Materials Research Proceedings, Vol. 66, pp 440-445, 2026
DOI: https://doi.org/10.21741/9781644904152-41
The article was published as article 41 of the book Advanced Materials and Sustainable Energy Technologies
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