Application of Ion Implantation for Intermediate Energy Levels Formation in the Silicon-Based Structures Dedicated for Photovoltaic Purposes

The main aim of the research was to verify if it is possible to create the intermediate energy levels in silicon by means of ion implantation as well as to confirm whether the intermediate band could arise. The tests covered recording of conductance and capacitance of antimony-doped silicon, implanted with Ne⁺ ions. As a result, it was possible to identify a single deep level in the sample and determine its location in the band gap by estimating the value of activation energy.