Ionic fluid the key to plastic solar cells?

Ready for prime time?

Imagine the ability to print out cheap solar cells. Well, you might not have to imagine much longer according Technology Review.

Dye-sensitized solar cells, or Grätzel cells, have been making huge strides in the latest lab testing thanks to new electrolytes and dyes. In particular, iconic fluid - a non-volatile electrolyte - is achieving efficiencies of 9 - 10 percent in an incredibly flexible cell that could be utilized for cars and even clothing.

GS4 Innovations and Dyesol are already developing commercialized forms of this technology.