Nanoscale Compound Semiconductors and their Optoelectronics Applications

1st Edition - January 21, 2022
Editors: Vijay B. Pawade, Sanjay J. Dhoble, Hendrik C. Swart
Language: English
Paperback ISBN:
9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 2 4 0 6 2 - 5
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Nanoscale Compound Semiconductors and their Optoelectronics Applications provides the basic and fundamental properties of nanoscale compound semiconductors and their role in modern technological products. The book discusses all important properties of this important category of materials such as their optical properties, size-dependent properties, and tunable properties. Key methods are reviewed, including synthesis techniques and characterization strategies. The role of compound semiconductors in the advancement of energy efficient optoelectronics and solar cell devices is also discussed. The book also touches on the photocatalytic property of the materials by doping with graphene oxides--an emerging and new pathway.

Cover image
Title page
Table of Contents
Copyright
List of contributors
Preface
1. Introduction to compound semiconductor nanocrystals and their applications
Abstract
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Types of nanocrystals materials and their properties
1.3 Properties of nanocrystals
1.4 Preparation methods and characterization techniques for nanocrystal materials
1.5 Device and material performance
1.6 Applications of nanocrystals
1.7 Application of semiconductor nanocrystal in optoelectronic devices
1.8 Application of semiconductor nanocrystal in energy conversion and storage devices
1.9 Application of semiconductor nanocrystal in monitoring and detecting devices
1.10 Biology and healthcare
1.11 Conclusion and future prospects
References
2. Synthesis, properties, and applications of zinc sulfide for solar cells
Abstract
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Synthesis of ZnS
2.3 Properties of ZnS
2.4 ZnS as an active material for solar cells
2.5 Summary and future scope
References
3. Zinc selenide semiconductor: synthesis, properties and applications
Abstract
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Preparation methods and characterization techniques for ZnSe semiconductor
3.3 Characterization techniques
3.4 Structural properties
3.5 Optical properties of ZnSe
3.6 Ultraviolet-visible
3.7 Luminescence
3.8 Electrical/electronic properties
3.9 Potential applications of ZnSe semiconductor materials
3.10 Light emitting devices
3.11 Photocatalysis
3.12 Photodetectors
3.13 Scintilator
3.14 Conclusion
Acknowledgements
References
4. Size, shape-dependent optoelectronic properties of semiconductor colloidal ZnTe nanocrystals
Abstract
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Effect of dimensional aspect on optoelectronic properties
4.3 ZnTe-based optoelectronic devices
4.4 Future scope and challenges
References
5. Material properties and potential applications of CdSe semiconductor nanocrystals
Abstract
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Material properties of CdSe nanostructures
5.3 Methods of synthesis
5.4 Applications of CdSe-based nanostructures
5.5 Future challenges and opportunities
References
6. Synthesis, properties, and applications of MoS2 semiconductor
Abstract
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Phases of MoS2
6.3 Synthesis
6.4 Properties
6.5 Applications
6.6 Future developments
References
7. Synthesis, functional properties, and applications of Ag2S semiconductor nanocrystals
Abstract
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Crystal structures and phases of Ag2S
7.3 Different morphologies of Ag2S functional nanostructure material
7.4 Novel method of synthesis of Ag2S nanostructures
7.5 Mechanism of formation of various Ag2S nanostructures
7.6 Properties of Ag2S nanostructures
7.7 Applications of Ag2S nanostructures
7.8 Conclusion and future outlook
References
8. Efficient PbSe colloidal QDs for optoelectronics devices
Abstract
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Multiple-exciton generation and/or the impact ionization
8.3 MEG mechanisms
8.4 Incoherent Coulomb scattering mechanism (impact ionization process)
8.5 Coherent superposition of single and multiple exciton states (the dephasing mechanism)
8.6 The direct mechanism
8.7 Materials and methods
8.8 Colloidal chemical method
8.9 Solution phase ligand exchange
8.10 Cation-exchange reaction
8.11 Surface treatments
8.12 Characterization, properties and factors affecting these properties
8.13 Optical
8.14 Electrical and electronics
8.15 Device fabrication and its implications on the performance
8.16 Photodetectors
8.17 Light emitting diodes
8.18 Field-effect transistors
8.19 Conclusion
References
9. Synthesis, characterization, and applications of ZnO–TiO2 nanocomposites
Abstract
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Crystal structure and basic properties of ZnO, TiO2
9.3 Significance of ZnO–TiO2 nanocomposites
9.4 Synthesis and characterization of ZnO–TiO2 nanocomposites
9.5 Applications of ZnO–TiO2 nanocomposites
9.6 Conclusions
References
10. Multifunctional properties of hybrid semiconducting nanomaterials and their applications
Abstract
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Fundamentals of hybrid semiconducting materials
10.3 Synthesis procedures for hybrid semiconducting materials
10.4 Multifunctional properties of hybrid semiconductors
10.5 Application of hybrid semiconducting materials
10.6 Conclusion and future scope
References
11. Tuning the properties of ZnS semiconductor by the addition of graphene
Abstract
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Properties of materials
11.3 Synthesis methods of graphene-based ZnS material
11.4 Structural and optical properties of ZnS/graphene nanocomposites
11.5 Applications of ZnS/graphene nanocomposite
11.6 Conclusion and future perspective
References
12. Graphene-based semiconductor nanocrystals for optoelectronics devices
Abstract
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Graphene-based semiconductor
12.3 Optoelectronics applications
12.4 Literature review
12.5 Conclusion
References
13. Graphene oxide based semiconducting nanomaterial’s composites for environmental applications
Abstract
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Synthesis of GO, rGO and its properties
13.3 Recent developments in synthesizing various GO or rGO based semiconducting nanocomposites
13.4 Environmental applications of graphene oxide based semiconducting nanomaterial’s composites
13.5 Conclusion and future perspective
Acknowledgments
References
Index

Vijay B. Pawade

Dr. Vijay B. Pawade is an assistant professor in the Department of Applied Physics at the Laximarayan Institute of Technology, R.T.M. Nagpur University, Nagpur, India. His research focuses on rare earth-doped oxide materials and their applications in LEDs, solar cell devices and photocatalysis processes. He has published 36 research papers in refereed international peer reviewed journals and acts as a reviewer for journals published by Elsevier, Springer, Wiley, Taylor & Francis, RSC, and ACS. He has contributed 12 book chapters on different themes like nonmaterial synthesis, characterization and their applications in energy conversion and storage devices, QDs, Spectroscopy of Lanthanide etc.

Affiliations and expertise

Assistant Professor, Department of Applied Physics, Laximarayan Institute of Technology, R.T.M. Nagpur University, Nagpur, India

Sanjay J. Dhoble

Prof. Sanjay J. Dhoble is presently working as a professor in the Department of Physics at R.T.M. Nagpur University, Nagpur, India. During his research career, he has worked on the synthesis and characterization of solid-state lighting materials, as well as the development of radiation dosimetry phosphors using thermoluminescence techniques and utilization of fly ash. Dr. Dhoble has more than 780 research publications in international and national peer-reviewed journals, more than 582 research papers are published in Scopus-indexed journals. Dr. Dhoble is an Editor of the journal Luminescence.

Affiliations and expertise

Professor, Department of Physics, R.T.M. Nagpur University, Nagpur, India

Hendrik C. Swart

Prof. Hendrik C Swart is a B1 NRF rated researcher (Internationally acclaimed researchers) and currently a senior professor in the Department of Physics at the University of the Free State. Over the past 22 years he has led research in the area of the degradation of phosphors for field emission displays, as well as developing materials for nano solid state lighting. He has been key in the development of processes to synthesize and deposit thin films of various types of semiconductor nano-particles which will enhance the color, luminescent intensity and lifetime of such displays. He has more than 650 publications in international peer reviewed journals.

Affiliations and expertise

Senior Professor, Department of Physics, University of Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa