scholarly journals Characterization of Solvent-Treated PEDOT:PSS Thin Films with Enhanced Conductivities

Polymers ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 134 ◽  
Author(s):  
Syang-Peng Rwei ◽  
Yi-Huan Lee ◽  
Jia-Wei Shiu ◽  
Ragu Sasikumar ◽  
Uin-Ting Shyr
Keyword(s):  
Thin Films ◽  
Organic Solvent ◽  
Pure Water ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Solvent Treatment ◽  
Sem Images ◽  
Synergetic Effects ◽  
Treatment Processes ◽  
Conducting Materials ◽  
Xrd Patterns

The conducting polymer of poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene):poly(4-styrenesulfonate) (PEDOT:PSS) is one of the most important and intensively investigated organic conducting materials. The PEDOT:PSS water dispersions with various concentrations of poly (4-styrenesulfonic acid) solution (PSSAS) were synthesized by 3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene (EDOT) in the presence of water. The fabrication of the solvent-treated PEDOT:PSS films through spin coating and solvent treatment processes was achieved with a solvent of pure water mixed with acetone (or MeOH, EtOH) in a ratio of 50:50. Moreover, both the organic solvent and water have synergetic effects while the PSS and PEDOT-attached PSS segments will form a coil-like and a linear (or extended-coil) structure, respectively. That may induce a stacking of the linear and planar PEDOT-attached PSS segments, which favors the formation of a crystalline phase. Finally, the maximum electrical conductivity of the PEDOT:PSS thin films with solvent treatment was investigated by means of X-ray diffraction (XRD) patterns and scanning electron microscope (SEM) images. Furthermore, we aimed to explain the synergetic effects of phase separation of the PEDOT:PSS thin films by both the organic solvent and water.

Synthesis, Characterization and Properties of PANI/(La-Nd Doped BaFe12O19) Composites

2017 ◽  
Vol 727 ◽  
pp. 327-334
Author(s):  
Yan Wang ◽  
Jun Wang ◽  
Xiao Fei Zhang ◽  
Ya Qing Liu
Keyword(s):  
Sol Gel ◽  
Network Analyzer ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Sem Images ◽  
Structure Morphology ◽  
Xrd Patterns ◽  
Hexagonal Platelet ◽  
Peak Value ◽  
Properties Of Composites

La-Nd co-doped barium hexaferrites, Ba0.7(LamNdn)0.3Fe12O19 (D-BaM), were successfully prepared by sol-gel method. PANI / D-BaM composites were synthesized by in-situ polymerization in solution. The structure, morphology and properties of samples have been characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), vibrating sample magnetometer (VSM), four-probe conductivity tester and vector network analyzer. The XRD patterns showed that the crystal structure of all the samples exist as M-type phases. The SEM images revealed that the particles presented a hexagonal platelet-like morphology. The magnetic properties could be improved by substitutions of La and Nd ions. The saturation magnetization (Ms) and coercive force (Hc) increased with the change of La / Nd ratio to the maximum at La / Nd = 3:1. The doped particles have also been embedded in conductive PANI to prepare electromagnetic materials, and the conductivity kept on the order of 10-2. The microwave absorbing properties of composites at 30 MHz-6 GHz improved obviously, the peak value of reflection loss could reach-7.5 dB.

Synthesis and Characterization of Cadmium with Titanium Oxide (Cd-TiO2) Nanocomposite: Testing its Antibacterial Effect

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 2523-2529
Author(s):  
Daniel Sam N ◽  
Anish C I ◽  
Sabeena G ◽  
Rajaduraipandian S ◽  
Manobala ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sol Gel ◽  
Gram Negative Bacteria ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Sem Images ◽  
Gram Negative ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Weight Percentage ◽  
Inhibition Concentration ◽  
Xrd Patterns

Sol gel methods were used for the study of the antimicrobial activity of Cd-TiO2 against gram-negative and positive bacteria. These Cd-TiO2 have been characterized by various optical and techniques. They have been exhibited by X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, ultraviolet spectroscopy, and infrared spectroscopy. The structures of the various XRD patterns indicate that the product has a structure. The particle size of Cd-TiO2 is 35nm. The SEM images confirm the spherical appearance of the sample. The energy X-ray spectra have been confirmed as well and then C, O, Ti, Cd, Pt element are present in Cd-TiO2. The weight percentage of Cadmium is 5.8%, Ti is 51.03%, C is 5.13% and O is 31.75% in Cd-TiO2. BET image shows that the major pore size distribution of Cd-TiO2 is ranged from 2.24 nm. The Cd-TiO2 that the antibacterial activity when tested against the pathogens only gram-negative bacteria such as Pseudomonas. The zone of minimum inhibition concentration was measured in a range of 20mm in 25μl and 30mm in 100μl.

Formation of p-type Cu3BiS3 absorber thin films by annealing chemically deposited Bi2S3–CuS thin films

1997 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 651-656 ◽  
Author(s):  
P. K. Nair ◽  
L. Huang ◽  
M. T. S. Nair ◽  
Hailin Hu ◽  
E. A. Meyers ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Thin Films ◽  
Visible Region ◽  
Atomic Diffusion ◽  
Optical Coatings ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Cell Structures ◽  
Potential Applications ◽  
Xrd Patterns ◽  
P Type

Formation of the ternary compound Cu3BiS3 during annealing of chemically deposited CuS (∼0.3 μm) films on Bi2S3 film (∼0.1 μm on glass substrate) is reported. The interfacial atomic diffusion leading to the formation of the compound during the annealing is indicated in x-ray photoelectron depth profile spectra of the films. The formation of Cu3BiS3 (Wittichenite, JCPDS 9-488) is confirmed by the x-ray diffraction (XRD) patterns. The films are optically absorbing in the entire visible region (absorption coefficient 4 × 104 cm−1 at 2.48 eV or 0.50 μm) and are p-type with electrical conductivity of 102−103 Ω−1 cm−1. Potential applications of these films as optical coatings in the control of solar energy transmittance through glazings and as a p-type absorber film in solar cell structures are indicated.

Photocatalytic Comparative Study of TiO2, ZnO, Ag-G-ZnO and Ag-G-TiO2 Nanocomposite Films

2017 ◽  
Vol 751 ◽  
pp. 825-830 ◽  
Author(s):  
Phuri Kalnaowakul ◽  
Tonghathai Phairatana ◽  
Aphichart Rodchanarowan
Keyword(s):  
Colloidal Solution ◽  
Nanocomposite Films ◽  
Blue Dye ◽  
Methylene Blue Dye ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Sem Images ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Vis Spectroscopy ◽  
Photocatalytic Activities ◽  
Xrd Patterns

In this study, the photocatalytic properties and morphology of TiO2, ZnO, Ag-graphene-zinc oxide (Ag-G-ZnO) and Ag-graphene-titanium dioxide (Ag-G-TiO2) nanocomposite were compared. The Ag-G-ZnO and Ag-G-TiO2 nanocomposite were successfully prepared by thermal decomposition of colloidal solution. These prepared composites were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), UV-Vis spectroscopy and photocatalytic activities. The results from XRD patterns show that Ag-G-TiO2 composites and the Ag-G-ZnO nanocomposites were in the form of fcc and hcp crystal structure, respectively. The SEM images show that at calcination of 500 °C for 3 h, the composite thin film of Ag-G-ZnO and Ag-G-TiO2 were homogenous. In the case of the photocatalytic experiments using methylene blue dye (MB) under UV irradiation, the order of the photocatalytic activities from high to low performances are Ag-G-ZnO, Ag-G-TiO2, ZnO and TiO2, respectively.

THE INFLUENCE OF SYNTHESIZING TEMPERATURES ON THE PROPERTIES OF THE Cu/Sn/ZnS PRECURSOR THIN FILMS

2015 ◽  
Vol 22 (01) ◽  
pp. 1550009
Author(s):  
YA MING SUN ◽  
DONG LONG ◽  
XIANG CHENG MENG ◽  
ZHONG HUA ◽  
BO LI ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Thin Films ◽  
Soda Lime ◽  
Soda Lime Glass ◽  
Wave Band ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Sem Images ◽  
Different Temperatures ◽  
Microstructure Morphology ◽  
Uv Visible ◽  
Precursor Thin Film

Cu 2 ZnSnS 4 thin films were prepared on soda-lime glass by sulfurization of the Cu / Sn / ZnS precursors. The microstructure, morphology and optical properties of the films were investigated by X-ray diffraction (XRD), Raman scattering (Raman), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and UV-visible spectrophotometer (UV-Vis). The SEM images of the precursor and the thin films annealed at different temperatures are very different due to their different surface products. The absorption spectrum shifts to high-wave band region with increasing annealing temperatures. The precursor thin film annealed at 500°C for 2 h forms a single CZTS phase with kesterite structure and the bandgap is estimated to be 1.54 eV.

Deposition of Nano Fiber ZnO and Zn1-xCdxO Thin Films by a Simple Spray Pyrolysis and Characterizations for Optoelectronic Applications

2012 ◽  
Vol 545 ◽  
pp. 100-104 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Podder ◽  
M.R Islam
Keyword(s):  
Thin Films ◽  
Spray Pyrolysis ◽  
Optical Band Gap ◽  
Zinc Alloy ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Sem Images ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Vis Spectroscopy ◽  
Nano Fiber ◽  
Cadmium Zinc

ZnO and Zn1-xCdxO thin films have been deposited onto glass substrate using spray pyrolysis at 200°C. Cadmium-zinc alloy thin films have been prepared by taking different concentrations of cadmium (Cd). The elemental analysis and the surface morphology of the films were carried by the energy dispersive X-ray (EDX) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The EDX data show that the films are highly stoichiometric. The SEM images show that the film changes from nano fiber to grain with the increase of Cd concentrations. The X-ray diffraction pattern shows that the films are polycrystalline in nature. The crystal structure of the films changes from hexagonal-ZnO to cubic-CdO depending on the concentration of Zn and Cd in the Zn1-xCdxO films. The optical properties of these films were studied by UV-VIS spectroscopy. The optical band gap of the films was changed from 3.2 to 2.4 with the variation of cadmium.

scholarly journals Preparation and Characterization of Alumina Nanoparticles in Deionized Water Using Laser Ablation Technique

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Veeradate Piriyawong ◽  
Voranuch Thongpool ◽  
Piyapong Asanithi ◽  
Pichet Limsuwan
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Laser Ablation ◽  
Absorption Spectra ◽  
Laser Energy ◽  
Spherical Shape ◽  
Deionized Water ◽  
Alumina Nanoparticles ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Sem Images ◽  
Xrd Patterns

Al2O3nanoparticles were synthesized using laser ablation of an aluminum (Al) target in deionized water. Nd:YAG laser, emitted the light at a wavelength of 1064 nm, was used as a light source. The laser ablation was carried out at different energies of 1, 3, and 5 J. The structure of ablated Al particles suspended in deionized water was investigated using X-ray diffraction (XRD). The XRD patterns revealed that the ablated Al particles transformed intoγ-Al2O3. The morphology of nanoparticles was investigated by field emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM). The FE-SEM images showed that most of the nanoparticles obtained from all the ablated laser energies have spherical shape with a particle size of less than 100 nm. Furthermore, it was observed that the particle size increased with increasing the laser energy. The absorption spectra of Al2O3nanoparticles suspended in deionized water were recorded at room temperature using UV-visible spectroscopy. The absorption spectra show a strong peak at 210 nmarising from the presence of Al2O3nanoparticles. The results on absorption spectra are in good agreement with those investigated by XRD which confirmed the formation of Al2O3nanoparticles during the laser ablation of Al target in deionized water.

Effect of Different Excitation Wavelengths on Luminescent Properties of ZnO/Anodic Alumina Membrane (AAM) Arrays

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 409-412
Author(s):  
Shihua Zhao
Keyword(s):  
Emission Spectra ◽  
Luminescent Properties ◽  
Anodic Alumina ◽  
Anodic Alumina Membrane ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Alumina Membrane ◽  
Sem Images ◽  
Diffraction Peaks ◽  
Lattice Planes ◽  
Xrd Patterns

ZnO/AAM (anodic alumina membrane) arrays were prepared by an electrodeposition method and X-ray diffraction (XRD) patterns show that the characteristic diffraction peaks of ZnO appear, such as the lattice planes of (100), (002), and (102), moreover, the diffraction peaks of Al2O3 are dominated. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) images show that the average sizes of the ZnO particles are about 100 nm corresponding to the channel diameters of AAM, and the ZnO arrays are composed of those close particles linked together. The photoluminescence emission spectra express that the as-prepared ZnO arrays can give out relatively pure ultraviolet light (395 nm) from the excitons.

The Microstructural Study of Nd:YAG Pulsed Laser Beam Weld of Copper Beryllium Alloy

2009 ◽  
Vol 83-86 ◽  
pp. 392-399 ◽  
Author(s):  
Seyed Ali Asghar Akbari Mousavi ◽  
S.T. Niknejad
Keyword(s):  
Laser Beam ◽  
Weld Pool ◽  
Pulsed Laser ◽  
Passive Layer ◽  
Beam Diameter ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Sem Images ◽  
Xrd Patterns ◽  
Fcc Materials ◽  
Copper Beryllium

In this study, the microstructure of Nd:YAG pulsed laser weld of C17200 copper beryllium alloy is investigated by optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy and X-ray diffraction. The SEM images reveals three distinct solidified structures due to various thermal gradients occurred in the fusion zone. The XRD patterns show that the preferred solidification directions are the same as those of FCC materials. The effects of pulsed laser parameters on the weld pool dimensions were also studied. According to metallographic results, pulsed energy should be kept as low as possible to obtain the weld pool with the highest values of penetration and the least width. In addition, the laser beam diameter should be kept as low as possible. Moreover, polarization was carried out to investigate the effect of passive layer on the reflectivity of surface by incident laser beam. It was found that weld pool increases when the Fresnel absorption phenomenon activated at high pulsed energy.

Synthesis of RePO4 (Re=La, Nd, Pr, or Y) Nanowires by Chemical Precipitation in Nanochannels

2011 ◽  
Vol 181-182 ◽  
pp. 495-500 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cheng Mu ◽  
Jun Hui He
Keyword(s):  
Rare Earth ◽  
Chemical Precipitation ◽  
Precipitation Method ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Aao Template ◽  
Sem Images ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Rare Earth Phosphate ◽  
Xrd Patterns ◽  
Uniform Diameter

Monodisperse nanowires of rare earth phosphates were synthesized by chemical precipitation method using anodic aluminum oxide (AAO) template. Scanning electron microscope (SEM) images indicated that rare earth phosphate nanowires are parallelly arranged in AAO template, all of which are in uniform diameter of about 50 nm. X-ray diffraction (XRD) patterns and high magnification transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM) images showed that the nanowires were polycrystal structure.

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