Perfect light trapping in nanoscale thickness semiconductor films with a resonant back reflector and spectrum-splitting structures

Literature Information

Publication Date 2014-12-11
DOI 10.1039/C4CP04717F
Impact Factor 3.676
Authors

Xin-Hua Deng, Wen Yang, Jun Li


View Original

Abstract

The optical absorption of nanoscale thickness semiconductor films on top of light-trapping structures based on optical interference effects combined with spectrum-splitting structures is theoretically investigated. Nearly perfect absorption over a broad spectrum range can be achieved in <100 nm thick films on top of a one-dimensional photonic crystal or metal films. This phenomenon can be attributed to interference induced photonic localization, which enhances the absorption and reduces the reflection of the films. Perfect solar absorption and low carrier thermalization loss can be achieved when the light-trapping structures with a wedge-shaped spacer layer or semiconductor films are combined with spectrum-splitting structures.

Related Literature

Exploring experimental fitness landscapes for chemical synthesis and property optimization

Katharine Moore Tibbetts, Xiao-Jiang Feng, Herschel Rabitz

2017-01-18 Paper

DOI: 10.1039/C6CP06187G

Intracellular water – an overlooked drug target? Cisplatin impact in cancer cells probed by neutrons

A. L. M. Batista de Carvalho, V. Garcia Sakai, L. Hatter, L. A. E. Batista de Carvalho

2016-11-24 Paper

DOI: 10.1039/C6CP05198G

Correlated/non-correlated ion dynamics of charge-neutral ion couples: the origin of ionicity in ionic liquids

G. W. Driver, Y. Huang, A. Laaksonen, T. Sparrman, Y.-L. Wang, P.-O. Westlund

2016-12-08 Paper

DOI: 10.1039/C6CP05801A

Mechanism and kinetics of the electrocatalytic reaction responsible for the high cost of hydrogen fuel cells

Tao Cheng, William A Goddard, III, Qi An, Hai Xiao, Boris Merinov, Sergey Morozov

2016-12-21 Communication

DOI: 10.1039/C6CP08055C

Intramolecular dehydration of biomass-derived sugar alcohols in high-temperature water

Natsumi Muramatsu, Naoki Mimura, Osamu Sato

2016-11-29 Paper

DOI: 10.1039/C6CP06831F

Front cover

Cover

DOI: 10.1039/C7CP90016C

The water association band as a marker of hydrogen bonds in trehalose amorphous matrices

Sergio Giuffrida, Lorenzo Cordone

2017-01-04 Paper

DOI: 10.1039/C6CP06848K

Molecular aggregation of naphthalimide organic semiconductors assisted by amphiphilic and lipophilic interactions: a joint theoretical and experimental study

I. Arrechea-Marcos, M. J. Mancheño, M. C. Ruiz Delgado, M. M. Ramos, J. A. Quintana, J. M. Villalvilla, M. A. Díaz-García, J. T. López Navarrete, R. Ponce Ortiz, J. L. Segura

2017-02-03 Paper

DOI: 10.1039/C6CP06819G

You might also like

Compound Q&A

What precautions should be taken when handling 4-(2-Furylmethyl)thiomorpholine 1,1-dioxide (CAS: 79206-94-3)?

When handling 4-(2-Furylmethyl)thiomorpholine 1,1-dioxide (CAS: 79206-94-3), it ...

79206-94-34-(2-Furylmethyl)thi...
Compound Q&A

What precautions should be taken when handling 4-Chloro-N-[2-(4-morpholinyl)ethyl]benzamide (CAS: 71320-77-9)?

When handling 4-Chloro-N-[2-(4-morpholinyl)ethyl]benzamide (CAS: 71320-77-9), it...

71320-77-94-Chloro-N-[2-(4-mor...
Compound Q&A

How should waste containing 2-[2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)ethoxy]ethyl 4-methylbenzenesulfonate (CAS: 62921-74-8) be handled?

Waste containing this compound (CAS: 62921-74-8) should be handled according to ...

62921-74-82-[2-(2-Methoxyethox...
Compound Q&A

How should waste containing (S)-Methyl 2-amino-3-cyclohexylpropanoate be handled?

Waste containing (S)-Methyl 2-amino-3-cyclohexylpropanoate should be collected i...

40056-18-6(S)-Methyl 2-amino-3...
166882-70-85-({4-[(2S,4R)-4-Hyd...
Compound Q&A

Are there alternatives to (2E)-3-(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)acrylic acid (CAS: 7312-27-8) in synthesis?

There are several alternatives to (2E)-3-(3,4-Dichlorophenyl)acrylic acid in syn...

7312-27-8(2E)-3-(3,4-Dichloro...
Compound Q&A

How should Ethyl 6-(2-nitrophenyl)imidazo[2,1-b][1,3]thiazole-3-carboxylate (CAS: 925437-84-9) be stored?

Ethyl 6-(2-nitrophenyl)imidazo[2,1-b][1,3]thiazole-3-carboxylate (CAS: 925437-84...

925437-84-9Ethyl 6-(2-nitrophen...
Compound Q&A

How should waste containing 2-(1,3-Thiazol-2-yl)ethanamine (CAS: 18453-07-1) be handled?

Waste containing 2-(1,3-Thiazol-2-yl)ethanamine (CAS: 18453-07-1) should be coll...

18453-07-12-(1,3-Thiazol-2-yl)...
Compound Q&A

How is Methyl 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoate (CAS: 103440-54-6) typically synthesized?

Methyl 5-iodo-2-methylbenzoate can be synthesized through the iodination of meth...

103440-54-6Methyl 5-iodo-2-meth...
Compound Q&A

How is 5-Chloro[1,2,4]triazolo[1,5-a]pyridine (CAS: 1427399-34-5) typically synthesized?

5-Chloro[1,2,4]triazolo[1,5-a]pyridine is commonly synthesized via the condensat...

1427399-34-55-Chloro[1,2,4]triaz...

Source Journal

Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics

Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics
CiteScore: 5.5
Self-citation Rate: 10.3%
Articles per Year: 3036

Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics (PCCP) is an international journal co-owned by 19 physical chemistry and physics societies from around the world. This journal publishes original, cutting-edge research in physical chemistry, chemical physics and biophysical chemistry. To be suitable for publication in PCCP, articles must include significant innovation and/or insight into physical chemistry; this is the most important criterion that reviewers and Editors will judge against when evaluating submissions. The journal has a broad scope and welcomes contributions spanning experiment, theory, computation and data science. Topical coverage includes spectroscopy, dynamics, kinetics, statistical mechanics, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, catalysis, surface science, quantum mechanics, quantum computing and machine learning. Interdisciplinary research areas such as polymers and soft matter, materials, nanoscience, energy, surfaces/interfaces, and biophysical chemistry are welcomed if they demonstrate significant innovation and/or insight into physical chemistry. Joined experimental/theoretical studies are particularly appreciated when complementary and based on up-to-date approaches.

Recommended Compounds

Recommended Suppliers

Disclaimer
This page provides academic journal information for reference and research purposes only. We are not affiliated with any journal publishers and do not handle publication submissions. For publication-related inquiries, please contact the respective journal publishers directly.
If you notice any inaccuracies in the information displayed, please contact us at support@chemtradehub.com. We will promptly review and address your concerns.