A brief review of nanoparticles-doped PEDOT:PSS nanocomposite for OLED and OPV

Abstract

In recent years, several strategies have been proposed and demonstrated to enhance the efficiency of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs). In both types of devices, poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene):poly(styrene sulfonate) (PEDOT:PSS) is commonly used to enhance hole injection. The layer is further designed by incorporating metallic-based, carbon-based, organic, inorganic, and hybrid nanoparticles with the aim of improving the performance and hence the efficiency through the improvement of light out-coupling in OLEDs and enhancement in light absorption generation of hole-charge carriers in OPVs. This review elucidates the use of different types of nanoparticles that are doped into PEDOT:PSS and their effects on OLEDs or OPVs. The effects include surface plasmon resonance (SPR), scattering, better charge transport, improvement in surface morphology and electrical properties of PEDOT:PSS. Promising results have been obtained and can potentially lead to low cost, large-area manufacturing process.

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“…One of the most effective methods is the introduction of the doping additives into the aqueous dispersion of PEDOT:PSS. [ 19 ] Various materials have been used and reported such as organic solvents, surfactants, acids, metal particles, as well as quantum dots (QDs). [ 20–23 ] For example, Li et al.…”

“…One of the most effective methods is the introduction of the doping additives into the aqueous dispersion of PEDOT:PSS. [19] Various materials have been used and reported such as organic solvents, surfactants, acids, metal particles, as well as quantum dots (QDs). [20][21][22][23] For example, Li et al demonstrated a new method using deionized water dip-rinse to remove additional hydrophilic PSS, while conductive PEDOT remain on functional PSS, thus improving the conductivity and morphology of PEDOT:PSS film.…”

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“…Poly (3,4-ethylenedioxythiphene):poly(styrenesulfonate) (PEDOT:PSS) has been widely used in electrical or electro-optical devices, such as light-emitting diodes, sensors, and solar cells [1][2][3][4][5], owing to its environmental friendliness, high conductivity, and ease of fabrication. However, the conductivity of PEDOT:PSS is not suitable for film-based fabrication because the PEDOT:PSS consists of the PEDOT conductor and PSS insulator.…”

Effects of nanodiamonds layer in organic light emitting diode

“…Organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) have become a popular option for display and lighting applications because their high efficiency, slim profile, lightweight design, and ability to be manufactured on flexible substrates in addition to their exceptional colour contrast and brightness [1][2][3][4] . However, conventional OLEDs suffer from an optical loss of approximately 80%, whereby the majority of the emitted light is trapped inside the OLED device.…”