AI Article Synopsis
- Researchers developed superhydrophobic arrays using SiO2-coated ZnO nanorods that are highly transparent and resistant to UV light, made through low-temperature processes.
- These arrays were successfully applied to glass and thin plastic sheets (PET) and demonstrated minimal interference with solar cell performance under typical sunlight conditions.
- The study highlights the potential of using flexible plastics for various applications, including as materials for solar cells and flexible displays.
Article Abstract
Highly transparent and UV-resistant superhydrophobic arrays of SiO2-coated ZnO nanorods are prepared in a sequence of low-temperature (<150 °C) steps on both glass and thin sheets of PET (2 × 2 in.(2)), and the superhydrophobic nanocomposite is shown to have minimal impact on solar cell device performance under AM1.5G illumination. Flexible plastics can serve as front cell and backing materials in the manufacture of flexible displays and solar cells.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3985694 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1021/am405513k | DOI Listing |
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