Induced crystallization of sol–gel-derived zinc oxide for efficient non-fullerene polymer solar cells

Zheng, Jiaxin; Luo, Yinqi; Wen, Xinbo; Zhang, Qinglei; Song, Yu; Zhou, Jiadong; Jiang, Nianqiang; Liu, Linlin; Huang, Fei; Xie, Zengqi

doi:10.1039/d1ta00232e

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“…There are various methods for synthesizing ZnO nanomaterials; the conventional means include the hydrothermal method [ 28 ], electrochemical deposition [ 29 ], magnetron sputtering deposition [ 30 ] and chemical vapor deposition [ 31 ], as well as sol-gel process [ 32 ]. Table 1 shows the comparison of some synthetic methods of ZnO nanomaterials.…”

Section: Zno Nanostructures and Synthetic Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The sol-gel method is suitable for the synthesis of zero-dimensional ZnO nanomaterials, in which the Zn-containing compounds are dissolved by a solution and the sol system is formed after chemical reaction, then transformed into a gel system. Finally, after dehydration and heat treatment, ZnO nanoparticals are produced, which possess high purity and uniform distribution and the particle size of which is controllable [ 32 ]. However, the complex reactions, various variables and long process time are the disadvantages of this method, which seriously affect the performance of ZnO products.…”

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confidence: 99%

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Progress in ZnO Nanosensors

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Developing various nanosensors with superior performance for accurate and sensitive detection of some physical signals is essential for advances in electronic systems. Zinc oxide (ZnO) is a unique semiconductor material with wide bandgap (3.37 eV) and high exciton binding energy (60 meV) at room temperature. ZnO nanostructures have been investigated extensively for possible use as high-performance sensors, due to their excellent optical, piezoelectric and electrochemical properties, as well as the large surface area. In this review, we primarily introduce the morphology and major synthetic methods of ZnO nanomaterials, with a brief discussion of the advantages and weaknesses of each method. Then, we mainly focus on the recent progress in ZnO nanosensors according to the functional classification, including pressure sensor, gas sensor, photoelectric sensor, biosensor and temperature sensor. We provide a comprehensive analysis of the research status and constraints for the development of ZnO nanosensor in each category. Finally, the challenges and future research directions of nanosensors based on ZnO are prospected and summarized. It is of profound significance to research ZnO nanosensors in depth, which will promote the development of artificial intelligence, medical and health, as well as industrial, production.

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“…Employing ZnO film as an efficient electron transport layer, a power conversion efficiency of 16.62 % was afforded in inverted OSCs. [62] Metal elements doping is used to adjust the optoelectronic and morphological properties of the ZnO layer. Yang et al reported the Kpresenting ZnO interface induces vertical phase separation of an active layer incorporating the non-fullerene acceptor IT-4F, which significantly improves the PCE of OSCs based on the Kpresenting ZnO interface.…”

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Metal Oxide Based Photoelectrodes in Photoelectrocatalysis: Advances and Challenges

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Metal oxide materials show promise for application in photoelectrocatalytic conversion due to their inherent advantages involving positive reactive surface, improved light absorption capability, efficient charge separation yield, and fast charge transport channels. The unique electrical and optical properties of metal oxide based photoelectrodes have a great effect on their performance in solar cells, photoelectrocatalysis, and photocatalysis. It has been reported that the presence of defects on grain boundaries, oxygen vacancy, doping strategy, and heterojunction play a vital role in both the efficiency and durability of their photoelectric application. However, the intrinsic mechanisms at the atomic level remained unclear, which require more in‐depth understanding in terms of theoretical analysis. In this Review, we emphatically introduce the recent advances and current challenges of metal oxide‐based photoelectrodes for photoelectrocatalytic application, beneath the structure‐activity relationship of metal oxide catalysts. Then, we give a summary of the state‐of‐the‐art research in the preparation and application for the metal oxide based composite materials. Finally, we discuss key aspects, which should be addressed for design and construction.

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“…To reduce these drawbacks, different strategies have been reported in the literature, such as introducing different kinds of organic and inorganic dopants, processing with optimized solvents, and tuning the thermodynamic process of the film. 44–48 A state-of-the-art review providing the surface modification of ZnO with tuned electronic properties and improved device performance has been summarized by Hewlett and McLachlan in 2016. 42 Hence, we mainly summarize representative studies since then in this part.…”

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Organic–inorganic hybrid cathode interlayer materials for efficient organic solar cells

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Sustainable Energy Fuels

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Induced crystallization of sol–gel-derived zinc oxide for efficient non-fullerene polymer solar cells

Abstract: With the rapid development of near-infrared absorbing acceptor materials, the photoelectric conversion efficiency of polymer solar cells (PSCs) has been greatly improved in the past several years. However, serious charge...

Cited by 9 publications

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Progress in ZnO Nanosensors

Progress in ZnO Nanosensors

Metal Oxide Based Photoelectrodes in Photoelectrocatalysis: Advances and Challenges

Organic–inorganic hybrid cathode interlayer materials for efficient organic solar cells

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