Photoelectrochemical(PEC)water splitting holds significant promise for sustainable energy harvesting that enables efficient conversion of solar energy into green hydrogen.Nevertheless,achievement of high performance i...Photoelectrochemical(PEC)water splitting holds significant promise for sustainable energy harvesting that enables efficient conversion of solar energy into green hydrogen.Nevertheless,achievement of high performance is often limited by charge carrier recombination,resulting in unsatisfactory saturation current densities.To address this challenge,we present a novel strategy for achieving ultrahigh current density by incorporating a bridge layer between the Si substrate and the NiOOH cocatalyst in this paper.The optimal photoanode(TCO/n-p-Si/TCO/Ni)shows a remarkably low onset potential of 0.92 V vs.a reversible hydrogen electrode and a high saturation current density of 39.6 mA·cm^(-2),which is about 92.7%of the theoretical maximum(42.7 mA·cm^(-2)).In addition,the photoanode demonstrates stable operation for 60 h.Our systematic characterizations and calculations demonstrate that the bridge layer facilitates charge transfer,enhances catalytic performance,and provides corrosion protection to the underlying substrate.Notably,the integration of this photoanode into a PEC device for overall water splitting leads to a reduction of the onset potential.These findings provide a viable pathway for fabricating highperformance industrial photoelectrodes by integrating a substrate and a cocatalyst via a transparent and conductive bridge layer.展开更多
The performance of optical interconnection has improved dramatically in recent years.Silicon-based optoelectronic heterogeneous integration is the key enabler to achieve high performance optical interconnection,which ...The performance of optical interconnection has improved dramatically in recent years.Silicon-based optoelectronic heterogeneous integration is the key enabler to achieve high performance optical interconnection,which not only provides the optical gain which is absent from native Si substrates and enables complete photonic functionalities on chip,but also improves the system performance through advanced heterogeneous integrated packaging.This paper reviews recent progress of silicon-based optoelectronic heterogeneous integration in high performance optical interconnection.The research status,development trend and application of ultra-low loss optical waveguides,high-speed detectors,high-speed modulators,lasers and 2D,2.5D,3D and monolithic integration are focused on.展开更多
Silicon-based materials have demonstrated remarkable potential in high-energy-density batteries owing to their high theoretical capacity.However,the significant volume expansion of silicon seriously hinders its utiliz...Silicon-based materials have demonstrated remarkable potential in high-energy-density batteries owing to their high theoretical capacity.However,the significant volume expansion of silicon seriously hinders its utilization as a lithium-ion anode.Herein,a functionalized high-toughness polyimide(PDMI) is synthesized by copolymerizing the 4,4'-Oxydiphthalic anhydride(ODPA) with 4,4'-oxydianiline(ODA),2,3-diaminobenzoic acid(DABA),and 1,3-bis(3-aminopropyl)-tetramethyl disiloxane(DMS).The combination of rigid benzene rings and flexible oxygen groups(-O-) in the PDMI molecular chain via a rigidness/softness coupling mechanism contributes to high toughness.The plentiful polar carboxyl(-COOH) groups establish robust bonding strength.Rapid ionic transport is achieved by incorporating the flexible siloxane segment(Si-O-Si),which imparts high molecular chain motility and augments free volume holes to facilitate lithium-ion transport(9.8 × 10^(-10) cm^(2) s^(-1) vs.16 × 10^(-10) cm^(2) s~(-1)).As expected,the SiO_x@PDMI-1.5 electrode delivers brilliant long-term cycle performance with a remarkable capacity retention of 85% over 500 cycles at 1.3 A g^(-1).The well-designed functionalized polyimide also significantly enhances the electrochemical properties of Si nanoparticles electrode.Meanwhile,the assembled SiO_x@PDMI-1.5/NCM811 full cell delivers a high retention of 80% after 100 cycles.The perspective of the binder design strategy based on polyimide modification delivers a novel path toward high-capacity electrodes for high-energy-density batteries.展开更多
A three-terminal silicon-based light emitting device is proposed and fabricated in standard 0.35 μm complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor technology. This device is capable of versatile working modes： it can emit ...A three-terminal silicon-based light emitting device is proposed and fabricated in standard 0.35 μm complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor technology. This device is capable of versatile working modes： it can emit visible to near infra-red （NIR） light （the spectrum ranges from 500 nm to 1000 nm） in reverse bias avalanche breakdown mode with working voltage between 8.35 V-12 V and emit NIR light （the spectrum ranges from 900 nm to 1300 nm） in the forward injection mode with working voltage below 2 V. An apparent modulation effect on the light intensity from the polysilicon gate is observed in the forward injection mode. Furthermore, when the gate oxide is broken down, NIR light is emitted from the polysilicon/oxide/silicon structure. Optoelectronic characteristics of the device working in different modes are measured and compared. The mechanisms behind these different emissions are explored.展开更多
Semiconductor optoelectronics devices,capable of converting electrical power into light or conversely light into electrical power in a compact and highly efficient manner represent one of the most advanced technologie...Semiconductor optoelectronics devices,capable of converting electrical power into light or conversely light into electrical power in a compact and highly efficient manner represent one of the most advanced technologies ever developed,which has profoundly reshaped the modern life with a wide range of applications.In recent decades,semiconductor technology has rapidly evolved from first-generation narrow bandgap materials(Si,Ge)to the latest fourth-generation ultra-wide bandgap semiconductor(GaO,diamond,AlN)with enhanced performance to meet growing demands.Additionally,merging semiconductor devices with other techniques,such as computer assisted design,state-of-the-art micro/nano fabrications,novel epitaxial growth,have significantly accelerated the development of semiconductor optoelectronics devices.Among them,integrating metasurfaces with semiconductor optoelectronic devices have opened new frontiers for on-chip control of their electromagnetic response,providing access to previously inaccessible degrees of freedom.We review the recent advances in on-chip control of a variety of semiconductor optoelectronic devices using integrated metasurfaces,including semiconductor lasers,semiconductor light emitting devices,semiconductor photodetectors,and low dimensional semiconductors.The integration of metasurfaces with semiconductors offers wafer-level ultracompact solutions for manipulating the functionalities of semiconductor devices,while also providing a practical platform for implementing cuttingedge metasurface technology in real-world applications.展开更多
Although there are numerous optical spectroscopy techniques and methods that have been used to extract the fundamental bandgap of a semiconductor,most of them belong to one of these three approaches:(1)the excitonic a...Although there are numerous optical spectroscopy techniques and methods that have been used to extract the fundamental bandgap of a semiconductor,most of them belong to one of these three approaches:(1)the excitonic absorption,(2)modulation spectroscopy,and(3)the most widely used Tauc-plot.The excitonic absorption is based on a many-particle theory,which is physically the most correct approach,but requires more stringent crystalline quality and appropriate sample preparation and experimental implementation.The Tauc-plot is based on a single-particle theo⁃ry that neglects the many-electron effects.Modulation spectroscopy analyzes the spectroscopy features in the derivative spectrum,typically,of the reflectance and transmission under an external perturbation.Empirically,the bandgap ener⁃gy derived from the three approaches follow the order of E_(ex)>E_(MS)>E_(TP),where three transition energies are from exci⁃tonic absorption,modulation spectroscopy,and Tauc-plot,respectively.In principle,defining E_(g) as the single-elec⁃tron bandgap,we expect E_(g)>E_(ex),thus,E_(g)>E_(TP).In the literature,E_(TP) is often interpreted as E_(g),which is conceptual⁃ly problematic.However,in many cases,because the excitonic peaks are not readily identifiable,the inconsistency be⁃tween E_(g) and E_(TP) becomes invisible.In this brief review,real world examples are used(1)to illustrate how excitonic absorption features depend sensitively on the sample and measurement conditions;(2)to demonstrate the differences between E_(ex),E_(MS),and E_(TP) when they can be extracted simultaneously for one sample;and(3)to show how the popular⁃ly adopted Tauc-plot could lead to misleading results.Finally,it is pointed out that if the excitonic absorption is not ob⁃servable,the modulation spectroscopy can often yield a more useful and reasonable bandgap than Tauc-plot.展开更多
Radiation doses to patients in diagnostics and interventional radiology need to be optimized to comply with the principles of radiation protection in medical practice. This involves using specific detectors with respe...Radiation doses to patients in diagnostics and interventional radiology need to be optimized to comply with the principles of radiation protection in medical practice. This involves using specific detectors with respective diagnostic beams to carry out quality control/quality assurance tests needed to optimize patient doses in the hospital. Semiconductor detectors are used in dosimetry to verify the equipment performance and dose to patients. This work aims to assess the performance, energy dependence, and response of five commercially available semiconductor detectors in RQR, RQR-M, RQA, and RQT at Secondary Standard Dosimetry for clinical applications. The diagnostic beams were generated using Exradin A4 reference ion chamber and PTW electrometer. The ambient temperature and pressure were noted for KTP correction. The detectors designed for RQR showed good performance in RQT beams and vice versa. The detectors designed for RQR-M displayed high energy dependency in other diagnostic beams. The type of diagnostic beam quality determines the response of semiconductor detectors. Therefore, a detector should be calibrated according to the beam qualities to be measured.展开更多
Semiconductors and related fields today hold vast application prospects.The semiconductor wafer fabrication process involves steps such as substrate preparation and epitaxy,which occur in high-temperature corrosive en...Semiconductors and related fields today hold vast application prospects.The semiconductor wafer fabrication process involves steps such as substrate preparation and epitaxy,which occur in high-temperature corrosive environments.Consequently,components like crucibles,susceptors and wafer carriers require carbon-based materials such as graphite and carbon-carbon composites.However,traditional carbon materials underperform in these extreme conditions,failing to effectively address the challenges.This leads to issues including product contamination and shortened equipment lifespan.Therefore,effective protection of carbon materials is crucial.This paper reviews current research status on the preparation methods and properties of corrosion-resistant coatings within relevant domestic and international fields.Preparation methods include various techniques such as physical vapor deposition(PVD),chemical vapor deposition(CVD)and the sol-gel method.Furthermore,it offers perspectives on future research directions for corrosion-resistant coated components in semiconductor equipment.These include exploring novel coating materials,improving coating preparation processes,enhancing coating corrosion resistance,as well as further investigating the interfacial interactions between coatings and carbon substrates to achieve better adhesion and compatibility.展开更多
Organic semiconductor materials have shown unique advantages in the development of optoelectronic devices due to their ease of preparation,low cost,lightweight,and flexibility.In this work,we explored the application ...Organic semiconductor materials have shown unique advantages in the development of optoelectronic devices due to their ease of preparation,low cost,lightweight,and flexibility.In this work,we explored the application of the organic semiconductor Y6-1O single crystal in photodetection devices.Firstly,Y6-1O single crystal material was prepared on a silicon substrate using solution droplet casting method.The optical properties of Y6-1O material were characterized by polarized optical microscopy,fluorescence spectroscopy,etc.,confirming its highly single crystalline performance and emission properties in the near-infrared region.Phototransistors based on Y6-1O materials with different thicknesses were then fabricated and tested.It was found that the devices exhibited good visible to near-infrared photoresponse,with the maximum photoresponse in the near-infrared region at 785 nm.The photocurrent on/off ratio reaches 10^(2),and photoresponsivity reaches 16 mA/W.It was also found that the spectral response of the device could be regulated by gate voltage as well as the material thickness,providing important conditions for optimizing the performance of near-infrared photodetectors.This study not only demonstrates the excellent performance of organic phototransistors based on Y6-1O single crystal material in near-infrared detection but also provides new ideas and directions for the future development of infrared detectors.展开更多
Realizing ferromagnetic semiconductors with high Curie temperature TC is still a challenge in spintronics.Recent experiments have reported two-dimensional(2D)room temperature ferromagnetic metals,such as monolayer Cr_...Realizing ferromagnetic semiconductors with high Curie temperature TC is still a challenge in spintronics.Recent experiments have reported two-dimensional(2D)room temperature ferromagnetic metals,such as monolayer Cr_(3)Te_(6).In this paper,through density functional theory(DFT)calculations,we propose a method to obtain 2D high TC ferromagnetic semiconductors through element replacement in these ferromagnetic metals.We predict that monolayer(Cr_(4/6),Mo_(2/6))_(3)Te_(6),created via element replacement in monolayer Cr_(3)Te_(6),is a room-temperature ferromagnetic semiconductor exhibiting a band gap of 0.34 eV and a TC of 384 K.Our analysis reveals that the metal-to-semiconductor transition stems from the synergistic interplay of Mo-induced lattice distortion,which resolves band overlap,and the electronic contributions of Mo dopants,which further drive the formation of a distinct band gap.The origin of the high TC is traced to strong superexchange coupling between magnetic ions,analyzed via the superexchange model with DFT and Wannier function calculations.Considering the fast developments in fabrication and manipulation of 2D materials,our theoretical results propose an approach to explore high-temperature ferromagnetic semiconductors derived from experimentally obtained 2D high-temperature ferromagnetic metals through element replacement.展开更多
All-inorganic CsPbBr_(3) perovskite quantum dots(QDs)have attracted extensive attention in photoelectric detection for their excellent photoelectric properties and stability.However,the CsPbBr_(3) quantum dot film exh...All-inorganic CsPbBr_(3) perovskite quantum dots(QDs)have attracted extensive attention in photoelectric detection for their excellent photoelectric properties and stability.However,the CsPbBr_(3) quantum dot film exhibits a high non-radiative recombination rate,and the mismatch in energy levels with the carbon electrode weakens hole extraction efficiency.These reduces the device's performance.To improve this,a semiconductor photodetector based on fluorine-doped tin oxide(FTO)/dense titanium dioxide(c-TiO_(2))/mesoporous titanium dioxide(m-TiO_(2))/CsPbBr_(3) QDs/CsPbBr_(x)I_(3-x)(x=2,1.5,1)QDs/C struc-ture was studied.By adjusting the Br-:I-ratio,the synthesized CsPbBr_(x)I_(3-x)(x=2,1.5,1)QDs showed an adjustable band gap width of 2.284-2.394 eV.And forming a typeⅡband structure with CsPbBr_(3) QDs,which reduced the valence band offset between the active layer and the carbon electrode,this promoted carrier extraction and reduced non-radiative recombination rate.Compared with the original device(the photosensitive layer is CsPbBr_(3) QDs),the performance of the photodetector based on the CsPbBr_(3) QDs/CsPbBr2I QDs heterostructure is significantly improved,the responsivity(R)increased by 73%,the specific detectivity rate(D^(*))increased from 6.98×10^(12) to 3.19×10^(13) Jones,the on/off ratio reached 106.This study provides a new idea for the development of semiconductor tandem detectors.展开更多
The effect of intermetallic particles on the corrosion of 6061 aluminum alloy and its coating used in semiconductor processing systems was systematically studied via liquid and gas experiments and micromorphology char...The effect of intermetallic particles on the corrosion of 6061 aluminum alloy and its coating used in semiconductor processing systems was systematically studied via liquid and gas experiments and micromorphology characterization.The results revealed that a huge difference of corrosion resistance between imported and domestic 6061 aluminum alloys in HCl solution and gas acid mist experiments mainly was attributed to the different size and amount of Al_(15)(Fe,Mn)_(3)Si_(2).The corrosion resistance of domestic 6061 alloy in dry/wet semiconductor electronic special gas environments was worse than that of imported aluminum alloy,and there are great differences in the corrosion mechanism of 6061 alloy caused by the second phase in the two dry/wet environments.And the corrosion resistance of the hard anodized alumina film was closely related to the microscopic morphology of holes.The vertical and elongatedα-Al_(15)(Mn,Fe)_(3)Si_(2) phase was formed in the rolled aluminum alloy that has been rolled perpendicular to the surface of the substrate.Compared to the horizontal long hole,the longitudinal long holes generated by the verticalα-Al_(15)(Mn,Fe)_(3)Si_(2) phase will enable the corrosive medium to reach the substrate rapidly,which significantly weakens the corrosion resistance of the hard anodized film.展开更多
TiO_(2)is a well-known photocatalyst with a band gap of 3.2 eV,yet its ability to absorb light is limited to the short wavelengths of ultraviolet light.To achieve a more effective photocatalytic material,we have desig...TiO_(2)is a well-known photocatalyst with a band gap of 3.2 eV,yet its ability to absorb light is limited to the short wavelengths of ultraviolet light.To achieve a more effective photocatalytic material,we have designed two-dimensional semiconductor TiOS materials using swarm intelligence algorithms combined with first-principles calculations.Three stable low-energy structures with space groups of P2_(1)/m,P3m1 and P2_(1)/c are identified.Among these structures,the Janus P3m1 phase is a direct bandgap semiconductor,while the P2_(1)/m and P2_(1)/c phases are indirect bandgap semiconductors.Utilizing the accurate hybrid density functional HSE06 method,the band gaps of the three structures are calculated to be 2.34 eV(P2_(1)/m),2.24 eV(P3m1)and 3.22 eV(P2_(1)/c).Optical calculations reveal that TiOS materials exhibit a good light-harvesting capability in both visible and ultraviolet spectral ranges.Moreover,the photocatalytic calculations also indicate that both P2_(1)/m and P3m1 TiOS can provide a strong driving force for converting H_(2)O to H_(2)and O_(2)in an acidic environment with pH=0.The structural stabilities,mechanical properties,electronic structures and hydrogen evolution reaction activities are also discussed in detail.Our research suggests that two-dimensional TiOS materials have potential applications in both semiconductor devices and photocatalysis.展开更多
The fracture mechanics theory posits that cracks induce strain energy concentration near their tips in structural components,generating localized flexibility that impedes crack propagation.Theoretically,cracks are rep...The fracture mechanics theory posits that cracks induce strain energy concentration near their tips in structural components,generating localized flexibility that impedes crack propagation.Theoretically,cracks are represented as dimensionless,massless spring models,effectively capturing crack characteristics and cross-sectional properties at the crack location.Leveraging this spring-based representation,this study establishes an open-crack model for a one-dimensional(1D)piezoelectric semiconductor(PSC)curved beam under dynamic loading.This model enables the investigation of vibration characteristics in cracked structures.The analytical solutions for the electromechanical fields of the beam are derived using the differential operator method,and the natural frequencies together with the corresponding generalized mode shapes of the beam are determined analytically.Furthermore,the effects of the crack parameters on the natural vibration characteristics of the PSC curved beam are analyzed.展开更多
Doping plays a pivotal role in enhancing the performance of organic semiconductors(OSCs)for advanced optoelectronic and thermoelectric applications.In this study,we systematically investigated the doping performance a...Doping plays a pivotal role in enhancing the performance of organic semiconductors(OSCs)for advanced optoelectronic and thermoelectric applications.In this study,we systematically investigated the doping performance and applicability of the ionic dopant 4-isopropyl-4′-methyldiphenyliodonium tetrakis(penta-fluorophenyl-borate)(DPI-TPFB)as a p-dopant for OSCs.Using the p-type OSC PBBT-2T as a model system,we demonstrated that DPI-TPFB shows significant doping effect,as confirmed by ESR spectra,ultraviolet-visible-near-infrared(UV-vis-NIR)absorption,and work function analysis,and enhances the electronic conductivity of PBBT-2T films by over four orders of magnitude.Furthermore,DPI-TPFB exhibited broad doping applicability,effectively doping various p-type OSCs and even imparting p-type characteristics to the n-type OSC N2200,transforming its intrinsic n-type behavior into p-type.The application of DPI-TPFB-doped PBBT-2T films in organic thermoelectric devices(OTEs)was also explored,achieving a power factor of approximately 10μW·m^(-1)·K^(-2).These findings highlight the potential of DPI-TPFB as a versatile and efficient dopant for integration into organic optoelectronic and thermoelectric devices.展开更多
Imagine a beanie that“sees”traffic lights for the visually impaired,or a shirt that doubles as a high-speed data receiver.These aren’t sci-fi fantasies-they’re the first threads of a revolution sparked by ultra-th...Imagine a beanie that“sees”traffic lights for the visually impaired,or a shirt that doubles as a high-speed data receiver.These aren’t sci-fi fantasies-they’re the first threads of a revolution sparked by ultra-thin,flexible semiconductor fibers.In a Nature study published February 2024,researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Nanyang Technological University unveiled a breakthrough in producing high-performance optoelectronic fibers,overcoming decades-old engineering hurdles.展开更多
In this paper,we theoretically study the Lamb wave in a multilayered piezoelectric semiconductor(PSC)plate,where each layer is an n-type PSC with the symmetry of transverse isotropy.Based on the extended Stroh formali...In this paper,we theoretically study the Lamb wave in a multilayered piezoelectric semiconductor(PSC)plate,where each layer is an n-type PSC with the symmetry of transverse isotropy.Based on the extended Stroh formalism and dual-variable and position(DVP)method,the general solution of the coupled fields for the Lamb wave is derived,and then the dispersion equation is obtained by the application of the boundary conditions.First,the influence of semiconducting properties on the dispersion behavior of the Lamb wave in a single-layer PSC plate is analyzed.Then,the propagation characteristics of the Lamb wave in a sandwich plate are investigated in detail.The numerical results show that the wave speed and attenuation depend on the stacking sequence,layer thickness,and initial carrier density,the Lamb wave can propagate without a cut-off frequency in both the homogeneous and multilayer PSC plates due to the semiconducting properties,and the Lamb wave without attenuation can be achieved by carefully selecting the semiconductor property in the upper and lower layers.These new features could be very helpful as theoretical guidance for the design and performance optimization of PSC devices.展开更多
To optimize turn on velocity of the SiC LIMS,we proposed a new structure for the LIMS that incorporates an opti-mized n^(+)layer and a multi-light triggered electrode design for the anode.The chip size is 5.5 mm×...To optimize turn on velocity of the SiC LIMS,we proposed a new structure for the LIMS that incorporates an opti-mized n^(+)layer and a multi-light triggered electrode design for the anode.The chip size is 5.5 mm×5.5 mm in dimension.The experiment results indicate that the saturation laser energy required to trigger the prepared SiC LIMS has been decreased from 1.8 mJ to 40μJ,with the forward blocking voltage of the prepared SiC LIMSs capable of withstanding over 7000 V.The leakage current is about 0.3μA at room temperature,and the output current density achieves 4.25 kA/cm^(2)(with di/dt larger than 20 kA/μs).展开更多
We study the axisymmetric frictionless indentation problem of a piezoelectric semiconductor(PSC)thin film perfectly bonded to a semi-infinite isotropic elastic substrate by a rigid and insulating spherical indenter.Th...We study the axisymmetric frictionless indentation problem of a piezoelectric semiconductor(PSC)thin film perfectly bonded to a semi-infinite isotropic elastic substrate by a rigid and insulating spherical indenter.The Hankel integral transformation is first employed to derive the general solutions for the governing differential equations of the PSC film and elastic substrate.Then,using the boundary and interface conditions,the complicated indentation problem is reduced to numerically solve a Fredholm integral equation of the second kind.Numerical results are given to demonstrate the effects of semiconducting property,film thickness as well as Young’s modulus and Poisson’s ratio of the substrate on the indentation responses.The obtained findings will contribute to the establishment of indentation experiments for PSC film/substrate systems.展开更多
Rational interface engineering via regulating the anchoring groups between molecular catalysts and light-absorbing semiconductors is essential and emergent to stabilize the semiconductor/molecular complex interaction ...Rational interface engineering via regulating the anchoring groups between molecular catalysts and light-absorbing semiconductors is essential and emergent to stabilize the semiconductor/molecular complex interaction and facilitate the photocarriers transport,thus realizing highly active and stable photoelectrochemical(PEC)water splitting.In this mini review,following a showcasing of the fundamental details of hybrid PEC systems containing semiconductor photoelectrodes and molecular catalysts for water splitting,the state-of-the-art progress of anchoring group regulation at semiconductor/molecular complex interface for efficient and stable PEC water splitting,as well as its effect on charge transfer kinetics,are comprehensively reviewed.Finally,potential research directions aimed at building high-efficiency hybrid PEC water splitting systems are summarized.展开更多
基金supported by Multi-Year Research Grants from the University of Macao(MYRG-GRG2023-00010-IAPME,MYRG-GRG2024-00038-IAPME,MYRG2022-00026-IAPME)the Science and Technology Development Fund(FDCT)from Macao SAR(0023/2023/AFJ,0050/2023/RIB2,006/2022/ALC,0087/2024/AFJ,0111/2022/A2).
文摘Photoelectrochemical(PEC)water splitting holds significant promise for sustainable energy harvesting that enables efficient conversion of solar energy into green hydrogen.Nevertheless,achievement of high performance is often limited by charge carrier recombination,resulting in unsatisfactory saturation current densities.To address this challenge,we present a novel strategy for achieving ultrahigh current density by incorporating a bridge layer between the Si substrate and the NiOOH cocatalyst in this paper.The optimal photoanode(TCO/n-p-Si/TCO/Ni)shows a remarkably low onset potential of 0.92 V vs.a reversible hydrogen electrode and a high saturation current density of 39.6 mA·cm^(-2),which is about 92.7%of the theoretical maximum(42.7 mA·cm^(-2)).In addition,the photoanode demonstrates stable operation for 60 h.Our systematic characterizations and calculations demonstrate that the bridge layer facilitates charge transfer,enhances catalytic performance,and provides corrosion protection to the underlying substrate.Notably,the integration of this photoanode into a PEC device for overall water splitting leads to a reduction of the onset potential.These findings provide a viable pathway for fabricating highperformance industrial photoelectrodes by integrating a substrate and a cocatalyst via a transparent and conductive bridge layer.
基金Project supported in part by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2021YFB2206504)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.62235017)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(Grant No.2021M703125).
文摘The performance of optical interconnection has improved dramatically in recent years.Silicon-based optoelectronic heterogeneous integration is the key enabler to achieve high performance optical interconnection,which not only provides the optical gain which is absent from native Si substrates and enables complete photonic functionalities on chip,but also improves the system performance through advanced heterogeneous integrated packaging.This paper reviews recent progress of silicon-based optoelectronic heterogeneous integration in high performance optical interconnection.The research status,development trend and application of ultra-low loss optical waveguides,high-speed detectors,high-speed modulators,lasers and 2D,2.5D,3D and monolithic integration are focused on.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (51673017)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (21404005)+1 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities (XK1802-2)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province (BK20150273)。
文摘Silicon-based materials have demonstrated remarkable potential in high-energy-density batteries owing to their high theoretical capacity.However,the significant volume expansion of silicon seriously hinders its utilization as a lithium-ion anode.Herein,a functionalized high-toughness polyimide(PDMI) is synthesized by copolymerizing the 4,4'-Oxydiphthalic anhydride(ODPA) with 4,4'-oxydianiline(ODA),2,3-diaminobenzoic acid(DABA),and 1,3-bis(3-aminopropyl)-tetramethyl disiloxane(DMS).The combination of rigid benzene rings and flexible oxygen groups(-O-) in the PDMI molecular chain via a rigidness/softness coupling mechanism contributes to high toughness.The plentiful polar carboxyl(-COOH) groups establish robust bonding strength.Rapid ionic transport is achieved by incorporating the flexible siloxane segment(Si-O-Si),which imparts high molecular chain motility and augments free volume holes to facilitate lithium-ion transport(9.8 × 10^(-10) cm^(2) s^(-1) vs.16 × 10^(-10) cm^(2) s~(-1)).As expected,the SiO_x@PDMI-1.5 electrode delivers brilliant long-term cycle performance with a remarkable capacity retention of 85% over 500 cycles at 1.3 A g^(-1).The well-designed functionalized polyimide also significantly enhances the electrochemical properties of Si nanoparticles electrode.Meanwhile,the assembled SiO_x@PDMI-1.5/NCM811 full cell delivers a high retention of 80% after 100 cycles.The perspective of the binder design strategy based on polyimide modification delivers a novel path toward high-capacity electrodes for high-energy-density batteries.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.60536030,61036002,60776024,60877035 and 61036009)National High Technology Research and Development Program of China(Grant Nos.2007AA04Z329 and 2007AA04Z254)
文摘A three-terminal silicon-based light emitting device is proposed and fabricated in standard 0.35 μm complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor technology. This device is capable of versatile working modes： it can emit visible to near infra-red （NIR） light （the spectrum ranges from 500 nm to 1000 nm） in reverse bias avalanche breakdown mode with working voltage between 8.35 V-12 V and emit NIR light （the spectrum ranges from 900 nm to 1300 nm） in the forward injection mode with working voltage below 2 V. An apparent modulation effect on the light intensity from the polysilicon gate is observed in the forward injection mode. Furthermore, when the gate oxide is broken down, NIR light is emitted from the polysilicon/oxide/silicon structure. Optoelectronic characteristics of the device working in different modes are measured and compared. The mechanisms behind these different emissions are explored.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(62374150)Natural Science Foundation of Henan(242300421216)+3 种基金C.Zheng acknowledges the support of China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(Grant No.2023TQ0296)the Postdoctoral Fellowship Program of CPSF(Grant No.GZC20232389)Y.Xie acknowledges the support of National Natural Science Foundation of China(62074011,62134008)Beijing Outstanding Young Scientist Program(JWZQ20240102009).
文摘Semiconductor optoelectronics devices,capable of converting electrical power into light or conversely light into electrical power in a compact and highly efficient manner represent one of the most advanced technologies ever developed,which has profoundly reshaped the modern life with a wide range of applications.In recent decades,semiconductor technology has rapidly evolved from first-generation narrow bandgap materials(Si,Ge)to the latest fourth-generation ultra-wide bandgap semiconductor(GaO,diamond,AlN)with enhanced performance to meet growing demands.Additionally,merging semiconductor devices with other techniques,such as computer assisted design,state-of-the-art micro/nano fabrications,novel epitaxial growth,have significantly accelerated the development of semiconductor optoelectronics devices.Among them,integrating metasurfaces with semiconductor optoelectronic devices have opened new frontiers for on-chip control of their electromagnetic response,providing access to previously inaccessible degrees of freedom.We review the recent advances in on-chip control of a variety of semiconductor optoelectronic devices using integrated metasurfaces,including semiconductor lasers,semiconductor light emitting devices,semiconductor photodetectors,and low dimensional semiconductors.The integration of metasurfaces with semiconductors offers wafer-level ultracompact solutions for manipulating the functionalities of semiconductor devices,while also providing a practical platform for implementing cuttingedge metasurface technology in real-world applications.
基金Supported by Bissell Distinguished Professor Endowment Fund at UNC-Charlotte。
文摘Although there are numerous optical spectroscopy techniques and methods that have been used to extract the fundamental bandgap of a semiconductor,most of them belong to one of these three approaches:(1)the excitonic absorption,(2)modulation spectroscopy,and(3)the most widely used Tauc-plot.The excitonic absorption is based on a many-particle theory,which is physically the most correct approach,but requires more stringent crystalline quality and appropriate sample preparation and experimental implementation.The Tauc-plot is based on a single-particle theo⁃ry that neglects the many-electron effects.Modulation spectroscopy analyzes the spectroscopy features in the derivative spectrum,typically,of the reflectance and transmission under an external perturbation.Empirically,the bandgap ener⁃gy derived from the three approaches follow the order of E_(ex)>E_(MS)>E_(TP),where three transition energies are from exci⁃tonic absorption,modulation spectroscopy,and Tauc-plot,respectively.In principle,defining E_(g) as the single-elec⁃tron bandgap,we expect E_(g)>E_(ex),thus,E_(g)>E_(TP).In the literature,E_(TP) is often interpreted as E_(g),which is conceptual⁃ly problematic.However,in many cases,because the excitonic peaks are not readily identifiable,the inconsistency be⁃tween E_(g) and E_(TP) becomes invisible.In this brief review,real world examples are used(1)to illustrate how excitonic absorption features depend sensitively on the sample and measurement conditions;(2)to demonstrate the differences between E_(ex),E_(MS),and E_(TP) when they can be extracted simultaneously for one sample;and(3)to show how the popular⁃ly adopted Tauc-plot could lead to misleading results.Finally,it is pointed out that if the excitonic absorption is not ob⁃servable,the modulation spectroscopy can often yield a more useful and reasonable bandgap than Tauc-plot.
文摘Radiation doses to patients in diagnostics and interventional radiology need to be optimized to comply with the principles of radiation protection in medical practice. This involves using specific detectors with respective diagnostic beams to carry out quality control/quality assurance tests needed to optimize patient doses in the hospital. Semiconductor detectors are used in dosimetry to verify the equipment performance and dose to patients. This work aims to assess the performance, energy dependence, and response of five commercially available semiconductor detectors in RQR, RQR-M, RQA, and RQT at Secondary Standard Dosimetry for clinical applications. The diagnostic beams were generated using Exradin A4 reference ion chamber and PTW electrometer. The ambient temperature and pressure were noted for KTP correction. The detectors designed for RQR showed good performance in RQT beams and vice versa. The detectors designed for RQR-M displayed high energy dependency in other diagnostic beams. The type of diagnostic beam quality determines the response of semiconductor detectors. Therefore, a detector should be calibrated according to the beam qualities to be measured.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(12002196,12102140)。
文摘Semiconductors and related fields today hold vast application prospects.The semiconductor wafer fabrication process involves steps such as substrate preparation and epitaxy,which occur in high-temperature corrosive environments.Consequently,components like crucibles,susceptors and wafer carriers require carbon-based materials such as graphite and carbon-carbon composites.However,traditional carbon materials underperform in these extreme conditions,failing to effectively address the challenges.This leads to issues including product contamination and shortened equipment lifespan.Therefore,effective protection of carbon materials is crucial.This paper reviews current research status on the preparation methods and properties of corrosion-resistant coatings within relevant domestic and international fields.Preparation methods include various techniques such as physical vapor deposition(PVD),chemical vapor deposition(CVD)and the sol-gel method.Furthermore,it offers perspectives on future research directions for corrosion-resistant coated components in semiconductor equipment.These include exploring novel coating materials,improving coating preparation processes,enhancing coating corrosion resistance,as well as further investigating the interfacial interactions between coatings and carbon substrates to achieve better adhesion and compatibility.
基金Supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2021YFB2012601)National Natural Science Foundation of China(12204109)+1 种基金Science and Technology Innovation Plan of Shanghai Science and Technology Commission(21JC1400200)Higher Education Indus⁃try Support Program of Gansu Province(2022CYZC-06)。
文摘Organic semiconductor materials have shown unique advantages in the development of optoelectronic devices due to their ease of preparation,low cost,lightweight,and flexibility.In this work,we explored the application of the organic semiconductor Y6-1O single crystal in photodetection devices.Firstly,Y6-1O single crystal material was prepared on a silicon substrate using solution droplet casting method.The optical properties of Y6-1O material were characterized by polarized optical microscopy,fluorescence spectroscopy,etc.,confirming its highly single crystalline performance and emission properties in the near-infrared region.Phototransistors based on Y6-1O materials with different thicknesses were then fabricated and tested.It was found that the devices exhibited good visible to near-infrared photoresponse,with the maximum photoresponse in the near-infrared region at 785 nm.The photocurrent on/off ratio reaches 10^(2),and photoresponsivity reaches 16 mA/W.It was also found that the spectral response of the device could be regulated by gate voltage as well as the material thickness,providing important conditions for optimizing the performance of near-infrared photodetectors.This study not only demonstrates the excellent performance of organic phototransistors based on Y6-1O single crystal material in near-infrared detection but also provides new ideas and directions for the future development of infrared detectors.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2022YFA1405100)Chinese Academy of Sciences Project for Young Scientists in Basic Research(Grant No.YSBR-030)+3 种基金the Basic Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences Based on Major Scientific Infrastructures(Grant No.JZHKYPT-2021-08)GS was supported in part by the Innovation Program for Quantum Science and Technology(Grant No.2024ZD03005)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.12447101)Chinese Academy of Sciences.
文摘Realizing ferromagnetic semiconductors with high Curie temperature TC is still a challenge in spintronics.Recent experiments have reported two-dimensional(2D)room temperature ferromagnetic metals,such as monolayer Cr_(3)Te_(6).In this paper,through density functional theory(DFT)calculations,we propose a method to obtain 2D high TC ferromagnetic semiconductors through element replacement in these ferromagnetic metals.We predict that monolayer(Cr_(4/6),Mo_(2/6))_(3)Te_(6),created via element replacement in monolayer Cr_(3)Te_(6),is a room-temperature ferromagnetic semiconductor exhibiting a band gap of 0.34 eV and a TC of 384 K.Our analysis reveals that the metal-to-semiconductor transition stems from the synergistic interplay of Mo-induced lattice distortion,which resolves band overlap,and the electronic contributions of Mo dopants,which further drive the formation of a distinct band gap.The origin of the high TC is traced to strong superexchange coupling between magnetic ions,analyzed via the superexchange model with DFT and Wannier function calculations.Considering the fast developments in fabrication and manipulation of 2D materials,our theoretical results propose an approach to explore high-temperature ferromagnetic semiconductors derived from experimentally obtained 2D high-temperature ferromagnetic metals through element replacement.
文摘All-inorganic CsPbBr_(3) perovskite quantum dots(QDs)have attracted extensive attention in photoelectric detection for their excellent photoelectric properties and stability.However,the CsPbBr_(3) quantum dot film exhibits a high non-radiative recombination rate,and the mismatch in energy levels with the carbon electrode weakens hole extraction efficiency.These reduces the device's performance.To improve this,a semiconductor photodetector based on fluorine-doped tin oxide(FTO)/dense titanium dioxide(c-TiO_(2))/mesoporous titanium dioxide(m-TiO_(2))/CsPbBr_(3) QDs/CsPbBr_(x)I_(3-x)(x=2,1.5,1)QDs/C struc-ture was studied.By adjusting the Br-:I-ratio,the synthesized CsPbBr_(x)I_(3-x)(x=2,1.5,1)QDs showed an adjustable band gap width of 2.284-2.394 eV.And forming a typeⅡband structure with CsPbBr_(3) QDs,which reduced the valence band offset between the active layer and the carbon electrode,this promoted carrier extraction and reduced non-radiative recombination rate.Compared with the original device(the photosensitive layer is CsPbBr_(3) QDs),the performance of the photodetector based on the CsPbBr_(3) QDs/CsPbBr2I QDs heterostructure is significantly improved,the responsivity(R)increased by 73%,the specific detectivity rate(D^(*))increased from 6.98×10^(12) to 3.19×10^(13) Jones,the on/off ratio reached 106.This study provides a new idea for the development of semiconductor tandem detectors.
基金financially supported by the Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52371055)the Young Elite Scientist Sponsorship Program Cast(Grant No.YESS20200139)the Basic Scientific Research Project of Liaoning Provincial Department of Education(Grant No.JYTMS20230618)。
文摘The effect of intermetallic particles on the corrosion of 6061 aluminum alloy and its coating used in semiconductor processing systems was systematically studied via liquid and gas experiments and micromorphology characterization.The results revealed that a huge difference of corrosion resistance between imported and domestic 6061 aluminum alloys in HCl solution and gas acid mist experiments mainly was attributed to the different size and amount of Al_(15)(Fe,Mn)_(3)Si_(2).The corrosion resistance of domestic 6061 alloy in dry/wet semiconductor electronic special gas environments was worse than that of imported aluminum alloy,and there are great differences in the corrosion mechanism of 6061 alloy caused by the second phase in the two dry/wet environments.And the corrosion resistance of the hard anodized alumina film was closely related to the microscopic morphology of holes.The vertical and elongatedα-Al_(15)(Mn,Fe)_(3)Si_(2) phase was formed in the rolled aluminum alloy that has been rolled perpendicular to the surface of the substrate.Compared to the horizontal long hole,the longitudinal long holes generated by the verticalα-Al_(15)(Mn,Fe)_(3)Si_(2) phase will enable the corrosive medium to reach the substrate rapidly,which significantly weakens the corrosion resistance of the hard anodized film.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52272219 and U1904612)the Natural Science Foundation of Henan Province(Grant No.242300421191).
文摘TiO_(2)is a well-known photocatalyst with a band gap of 3.2 eV,yet its ability to absorb light is limited to the short wavelengths of ultraviolet light.To achieve a more effective photocatalytic material,we have designed two-dimensional semiconductor TiOS materials using swarm intelligence algorithms combined with first-principles calculations.Three stable low-energy structures with space groups of P2_(1)/m,P3m1 and P2_(1)/c are identified.Among these structures,the Janus P3m1 phase is a direct bandgap semiconductor,while the P2_(1)/m and P2_(1)/c phases are indirect bandgap semiconductors.Utilizing the accurate hybrid density functional HSE06 method,the band gaps of the three structures are calculated to be 2.34 eV(P2_(1)/m),2.24 eV(P3m1)and 3.22 eV(P2_(1)/c).Optical calculations reveal that TiOS materials exhibit a good light-harvesting capability in both visible and ultraviolet spectral ranges.Moreover,the photocatalytic calculations also indicate that both P2_(1)/m and P3m1 TiOS can provide a strong driving force for converting H_(2)O to H_(2)and O_(2)in an acidic environment with pH=0.The structural stabilities,mechanical properties,electronic structures and hydrogen evolution reaction activities are also discussed in detail.Our research suggests that two-dimensional TiOS materials have potential applications in both semiconductor devices and photocatalysis.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.12272353)the Postdoctoral Research Grant in Henan Province of China(No.202003091)the Key Scientific Research Projects in Colleges and Universities of Henan Province of China(No.22A130008)。
文摘The fracture mechanics theory posits that cracks induce strain energy concentration near their tips in structural components,generating localized flexibility that impedes crack propagation.Theoretically,cracks are represented as dimensionless,massless spring models,effectively capturing crack characteristics and cross-sectional properties at the crack location.Leveraging this spring-based representation,this study establishes an open-crack model for a one-dimensional(1D)piezoelectric semiconductor(PSC)curved beam under dynamic loading.This model enables the investigation of vibration characteristics in cracked structures.The analytical solutions for the electromechanical fields of the beam are derived using the differential operator method,and the natural frequencies together with the corresponding generalized mode shapes of the beam are determined analytically.Furthermore,the effects of the crack parameters on the natural vibration characteristics of the PSC curved beam are analyzed.
基金supported by the Fundamental Research Program of Shanxi Province(Nos.202303021212159 and 202303021222190)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.62222403)+2 种基金the Higher Education Institutions Science and Technology Innovation Program of Shanxi Province(No.2023L160)the Scientific Research Fund of Hunan Provincial Education Department(No.23B0842)the Natural Science Foundation of Shanxi Normal University(Nos.JCYJ2024017 and JCYJ2023015)。
文摘Doping plays a pivotal role in enhancing the performance of organic semiconductors(OSCs)for advanced optoelectronic and thermoelectric applications.In this study,we systematically investigated the doping performance and applicability of the ionic dopant 4-isopropyl-4′-methyldiphenyliodonium tetrakis(penta-fluorophenyl-borate)(DPI-TPFB)as a p-dopant for OSCs.Using the p-type OSC PBBT-2T as a model system,we demonstrated that DPI-TPFB shows significant doping effect,as confirmed by ESR spectra,ultraviolet-visible-near-infrared(UV-vis-NIR)absorption,and work function analysis,and enhances the electronic conductivity of PBBT-2T films by over four orders of magnitude.Furthermore,DPI-TPFB exhibited broad doping applicability,effectively doping various p-type OSCs and even imparting p-type characteristics to the n-type OSC N2200,transforming its intrinsic n-type behavior into p-type.The application of DPI-TPFB-doped PBBT-2T films in organic thermoelectric devices(OTEs)was also explored,achieving a power factor of approximately 10μW·m^(-1)·K^(-2).These findings highlight the potential of DPI-TPFB as a versatile and efficient dopant for integration into organic optoelectronic and thermoelectric devices.
文摘Imagine a beanie that“sees”traffic lights for the visually impaired,or a shirt that doubles as a high-speed data receiver.These aren’t sci-fi fantasies-they’re the first threads of a revolution sparked by ultra-thin,flexible semiconductor fibers.In a Nature study published February 2024,researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Nanyang Technological University unveiled a breakthrough in producing high-performance optoelectronic fibers,overcoming decades-old engineering hurdles.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.U21A20430 and 12302202)the Hebei Natural Science Foundation of China(No.A2023210040)+1 种基金the Science and Technology Project of Hebei Education Department of China(No.BJ2025005)the Hebei Provincial Department of Human Resources and Social Security of China(No.C20220324)。
文摘In this paper,we theoretically study the Lamb wave in a multilayered piezoelectric semiconductor(PSC)plate,where each layer is an n-type PSC with the symmetry of transverse isotropy.Based on the extended Stroh formalism and dual-variable and position(DVP)method,the general solution of the coupled fields for the Lamb wave is derived,and then the dispersion equation is obtained by the application of the boundary conditions.First,the influence of semiconducting properties on the dispersion behavior of the Lamb wave in a single-layer PSC plate is analyzed.Then,the propagation characteristics of the Lamb wave in a sandwich plate are investigated in detail.The numerical results show that the wave speed and attenuation depend on the stacking sequence,layer thickness,and initial carrier density,the Lamb wave can propagate without a cut-off frequency in both the homogeneous and multilayer PSC plates due to the semiconducting properties,and the Lamb wave without attenuation can be achieved by carefully selecting the semiconductor property in the upper and lower layers.These new features could be very helpful as theoretical guidance for the design and performance optimization of PSC devices.
基金supported by Rector’s fund of China Academy of Engineering Physics(Grant No.YZJJZQ2022002)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.61504127).
文摘To optimize turn on velocity of the SiC LIMS,we proposed a new structure for the LIMS that incorporates an opti-mized n^(+)layer and a multi-light triggered electrode design for the anode.The chip size is 5.5 mm×5.5 mm in dimension.The experiment results indicate that the saturation laser energy required to trigger the prepared SiC LIMS has been decreased from 1.8 mJ to 40μJ,with the forward blocking voltage of the prepared SiC LIMSs capable of withstanding over 7000 V.The leakage current is about 0.3μA at room temperature,and the output current density achieves 4.25 kA/cm^(2)(with di/dt larger than 20 kA/μs).
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.12072209,U21A20430,12192211,12472155)the S&T Program of Hebei(225676162GH).
文摘We study the axisymmetric frictionless indentation problem of a piezoelectric semiconductor(PSC)thin film perfectly bonded to a semi-infinite isotropic elastic substrate by a rigid and insulating spherical indenter.The Hankel integral transformation is first employed to derive the general solutions for the governing differential equations of the PSC film and elastic substrate.Then,using the boundary and interface conditions,the complicated indentation problem is reduced to numerically solve a Fredholm integral equation of the second kind.Numerical results are given to demonstrate the effects of semiconducting property,film thickness as well as Young’s modulus and Poisson’s ratio of the substrate on the indentation responses.The obtained findings will contribute to the establishment of indentation experiments for PSC film/substrate systems.
基金support of the Natural Science Foundation of Shaanxi Province(2023-JC-QN-0415)the Special Project on Functional Materials from Shaanxi Provincial Department of Finance(0801YC2305)+1 种基金the Talent Project from Northwest Institute for Non-ferrous Metal Research(YK2310)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52225606 and 52304334).
文摘Rational interface engineering via regulating the anchoring groups between molecular catalysts and light-absorbing semiconductors is essential and emergent to stabilize the semiconductor/molecular complex interaction and facilitate the photocarriers transport,thus realizing highly active and stable photoelectrochemical(PEC)water splitting.In this mini review,following a showcasing of the fundamental details of hybrid PEC systems containing semiconductor photoelectrodes and molecular catalysts for water splitting,the state-of-the-art progress of anchoring group regulation at semiconductor/molecular complex interface for efficient and stable PEC water splitting,as well as its effect on charge transfer kinetics,are comprehensively reviewed.Finally,potential research directions aimed at building high-efficiency hybrid PEC water splitting systems are summarized.
