Performance Enhancement by Integrating the Ionic Thermoelectric Generator with a Photovoltaic Cell

is recorded at a temperature difference of 10 K with an external resistance of 1 kΩ. Notably, this system maintains continuous electricity generation over 100 cycles. Furthermore, the iTEG effectively reduces the operating temperature of the solar panel by 2 °C, which is beneficial in minimizing PCE losses attributed to the temperature coefficient. This research holds substantial practical implications, particularly for large-scale power generation leveraging iTEG technology in conjunction with solar cells.