Recently, matrix such as polymer, graphene and carbon nanotubes (CNTs) for the semiconductor nanoparticles plays a promising role due to their better structural, functional properties and broad range of applications in every field. This chapter reviews the metal chalcogenide semiconductor nanocomposites, their properties and applications. Furthermore, the importance of aforementioned matrix and their role in superior properties of metal chalcogenide nano composites have been discussed.
AbstractCarbon nanotubes (CNTs) are considered as one of the most intensively explored nanostructured materials and have been widely used as a platform material for metal and semiconductor nanoparticles (NPs) due to their large and chemically active surface area. Several approaches have been described in the literature to immobilize NPs on the surface of CNTs. This report reviews the recent developments in this area by exploring the various techniques where nanotubes can be functionalized with NPs to improve the optical, mechanical, thermal, medical, electrical, and magnetic applications of CNTs.
Auger recombination and carrier multiplication in embedded silicon and germanium nanocrystals