Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications of ZnO Nanowires
Among the one-dimensional (1D) nanostructures, zinc oxide (ZnO) nanowire is one of the most important nanomaterials for nanotechnology in today’s research [6]. ZnO is a semiconductor material with a direct wide band gap energy (3.37 eV) and a large exciton binding energy (60 meV) at room temperature [7].
Zinc oxide nanowires - ScienceDirect
2012年2月1日 · This paper reviews some of the fundamental aspects of ZnO NW research and showcases the importance of ZnO NWs with proper properties for future applications. It includes the synthesis and patterned growth, the challenge for p-type doping, basic properties of ZnO NWs, and their potential applications.
Synthesis of Monodispersedly Sized ZnO Nanowires from …
2019年12月20日 · We demonstrate the facile, rational synthesis of monodispersedly sized zinc oxide (ZnO) nanowires from randomly sized seeds by hydrothermal growth. Uniformly shaped nanowire tips constructed in ammonia-dominated alkaline conditions serve as a foundation for the subsequent formation of the monodisperse nanowires.
ZnO nanowire and nanobelt platform for nanotechnology
2009年4月3日 · Semiconducting zinc oxide nanowires (NWs) and nanobelts (NBs) are a unique group of quasi-one-dimensional nanomaterial. This review mainly focuses on the rational synthesis, structure analysis, novel properties and unique applications of zinc oxide NWs and NBs in nanotechnology.
Superhydrophobic ZnO Nanowires: Wettability Mechanisms and …
2021年6月30日 · Elongated ZnO nanostructures, called nanowires, are often used in superhydrophobic applications due to their intrinsic characteristic advantages and simple synthesis control. This review presents a critical overview of the latest research activities focused on the ZnO nanowire superhydrophobic surfaces.
Enhanced thermoelectric properties of self-assembling ZnO nanowire ...
2023年11月29日 · ZnO nanowire networks were synthesized via a two-step fabrication technique involving the deposition of metallic Zn networks by thermal evaporation, followed by thermal oxidation. Synthesized...
Piezoelectric Nanogenerators Based on Zinc Oxide Nanowire …
2006年4月14日 · We demonstrate an approach to converting mechanical energy into electric power with the use of aligned zinc oxide (ZnO) nanowires (NWs). The mechanism of the power generator relies on the coupling of piezoelectric and semiconducting properties of ZnO as well as the formation of a Schottky barrier between the metal and ZnO contacts.
Polarity-dependent nonlinear optics of nanowires under ... - Nature
2021年6月2日 · Here the authors report a method to determine the sign of the polarity of a single nanowire using electric-field-modulated second-harmonic generation from surface-guided ZnO nanowire.
All-printable band-edge modulated ZnO nanowire photodetectors with ...
2014年6月5日 · Here we demonstrate the all-printable fabrication of polycrystalline nanowire-based high-performance photodetectors on flexible substrates. Systematic investigations have shown their ultra-high...
Fundamentals and Applications of ZnO-Nanowire-Based …
2022年12月25日 · Among the commonly seen piezoelectric semiconductor materials, one-dimensional ZnO nanowires (NWs) are one of the best materials for studying the piezotronic and piezo-phototronic effects. The main reason is that the growth methods of ZnO NWs are diverse, facile, and low-cost.