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Copper Nanowires and Their Applications for Flexible, Transparent Conducting Films: A Review

Year: 2016

Type: article

Abstract: Cu nanowires (NWs) are attracting considerable attention as alternatives to Ag NWs for next-generation transparent conductors, replacing indium tin oxide (ITO) and micro metal grids. Cu NWs hold great promise for low-cost fabrication via a solution-processed route and show preponderant optical, electrical, and mechanical properties. In this study, we report a summary of recent advances in research on Cu NWs, covering the optoelectronic properties, synthesis routes, deposition methods to fabricate flexible transparent conducting films, and their potential applications. This review also examines the approaches on protecting Cu NWs from oxidation in air environments.

Source: Nanomaterials

DOI: 10.3390/nano6030047

Authors: Vu Nam, Daeho Lee

Institution: Gachon University

Language: English

Topic: Nanomaterials and Printing Technologies

Subfield: Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,896

Funders: National Research Foundation, Gachon University, Ministry of Science, ICT and Future Planning, National Research Foundation of Korea