The influence of localized states on the optical absorption and carrier transport properties of acylamino hybrid perovskites with tunable electronic structures

Organic-inorganic hybrid perovskite solar cells have excellent optoelectronic properties, but their low thermal and chemical stabilities limit their commercial applications. In this paper, a new type of organic-inorganic hybrid perovskite is proposed. Malondiamide (MA,CH₂(CONH₂)₂) and propionamide (PA, CH₃CH₂CONH₂) were used as organic layers, with Pb-I octahedral inorganic layers to form quasi three-dimensional (3D) perovskites. The crystal structure, stability, electronic structure, and optical properties of MAPbI₄ and PAPbI₄ perovskites were investigated, and the results showed that there were localized states that corresponded to the number of acyl groups in the two perovskites. Energy band calculations showed that the localized states of the two perovskites rose above the bottom of the conduction band. This can be used to regulate the band gap of the two perovskites, which affects the electronic properties and optical absorption characteristics of the two perovskites. Compared with PAPbI₄, MAPbI₄ has a lower formation energy, lower band gap, lower effective mass of electrons and holes, wider energy range, and larger absorption coefficient, which indicates that MAPbI₄ is more suitable for use in solar cells. This study provides guidance for obtaining efficient and stable photovoltaic materials.     

Optical properties of two-dimensional perovskites

The optical properties of two-dimensional (2D) perovskites recently receive numerous research focus thanks to the strong quantum and dielectric confinement effects. In addition to the strong excitonic effect at room temperature, 2D perovskites also have appealing features that their optical properties can be flexibly tuned by alternating organic or inorganic layers. Particularly, 2D chiral perovskites and 2D perovskites based heterostructures are emerging as new platforms to extend their functionalities. To optimize performance of 2D perovskites-based optoelectronic devices, it is critical to understand the fundamentals and explore the strategies to engineer their optical properties. This review begins with an introduction to the excitons and self-trapped excitons of 2D perovskites. Subsequently, inorganic/organic layer effects on optical properties and 2D perovskites based heterostructures are discussed. We also discussed the nonlinear optical properties of 2D perovskite. We are looking forward to that this review can stimulate more efforts to understand and optimize the optical properties of 2D perovskites.     

Synthesis of novel fluorinated bis(biphenyl)diacetylene derivatives as highly birefringent nematic liquid crystalline materials

Three novel fluorinated bis(biphenyl)diacetylene (1,4-bis(biphenyl-4-yl)buta-1,3-diyne) derivatives, with alkoxy tails at the terminal positions, were prepared for use as high-birefringent nematic materials. To lower the thermal transition temperatures and determine the origin of the nematic phase of these compounds, fluorine atoms were introduced at lateral positions. Thermal transition temperatures and mesomorphic properties were investigated by differential scanning calorimetry and polarized optical microscopy. In addition, birefringence was measured using a microscopic method based on the interference method. Both the nematogenic properties and optical performances depended not only on the number of fluorine substituents, but also on the position of the substituents. The compound having the highest fluorine content exhibited the lowest birefringence, and the compound bearing fluorine atoms only on the inner benzene rings of the biphenyl cores exhibited an enantiotropic nematic phase with a maximum birefringence value of 0.48 at 550 nm and 140 °C.     

First-principles investigations on the mechanical,thermal,electronic,and optical properties of the defect perovskites Cs_2SnX_6(X= Cl,Br, I)

The mechanical properties, thermal properties, electronic structures, and optical properties of the defect perovskites Cs_2SnX_6(X = Cl, Br, I) were investigated by first-principles calculation using PBE and HSE06 hybrid functional. The optic band gaps based on HSE06 are 3.83 eV for Cs_2SnCl_6, 2.36 eV for Cs_2SnBr_6, and 0.92 eV for Cs_2SnI_6, which agree with the experimental results. The Cs_2SnCl_6, Cs_2SnBr_6, and Cs_2SnI_6 are mechanically stable and they are all anisotropic and ductile in nature. Electronic structures calculations show that the conduction band consists mainly of hybridization between the halogen p orbitals and Sn 5s orbitals, whereas the valence band is composed of the halogen p orbitals. Optic properties indicate that these three compounds exhibit good optical absorption in the ultraviolet region, and the absorption spectra red shift with the increase in the number of halogen atoms. The defect perovskites are good candidates for probing the lead-free and high power conversion efficiency of solar cells.     

First principle study of the structural and optoelectronic properties of cubic perovskites CsPbM3 (M=Cl, Br, I)

The highly accurate all electrons full potential linearized augmented plane wave method is used to calculate structural, electronic, and optical properties of cubic perovskites CsPbM₃ (M=Cl, Br, I). The theoretically calculated lattice constants are found to be in good agreement with the experimentally measured values. It is found that all of these compounds are wide and direct bandgap semiconductors with bandgap located at R-symmetry point, while the bandgap decreases from Cl to I. The electron densities reveal strong ionic bonding between Cs and halides but strong covalent bonding between Pb and halides. Optical properties of these compounds like real and imaginary parts of dielectric functions, refractive indices, extinction coefficients, reflectivities, optical conductivities, and absorption coefficients are also calculated. The direct bandgap nature and high absorption power of these compounds in the visible-ultraviolet energy range imply that these perovskites can be used in optical and optoelectronic devices working in this range of the spectrum.     

Prediction of lattice constant in cubic perovskites

Regularities of lattice constant in ideal perovskites are investigated by using a total of 132 ABX₃-type compounds, including oxides and halides. Two atomic properties; the sum of ionic radius of B and X atoms and the well known ‘tolerance factor’ (which is a function of ionic radius of A, B and X), were found very effective in reproducing the measured lattice constant through a linear combination of these two parameters (R²=0.995). It is further indicated that these two parameters are linked to the crystal features of perovskite. The average error limits in predicting lattice constant, by using this empirical equation, are expected within 0.63%. It may be useful to design new substrates/buffer materials for compound semiconductor epitaxy, in which there is a requirement of lattice match between them and adjacent layers.     

X-ray diffraction, vibrational and photoluminescence studies of the self-organized quantum well crystal H3N(CH2)6NH3PbBr4

We have prepared new semiconductor H₃N(CH₂)₆NH₃PbBr₄ crystals which are self-assembled organic-inorganic hybrid materials. The grown crystals have been studied by X-ray diffraction, infrared absorption and Raman spectroscopy scattering. We found that the title compound, abbreviated 2C₆PbBr₄, crystallizes in a two-dimensional (2D) structure with a P2₁/a space group. In the inorganic semiconductor sub-lattice, the corner sharing PbBr₆ octahedra form infinite 2D chains. The organic C₆H₁₈N₂⁺ ions form the insulator barriers between the inorganic semiconductor layers. Such a packing leads to a self-assembled multiple quantum well structure. Raman and infrared spectra of the title compound were recorded in the 50-500 and 400-4000 cm⁻¹ frequency regions, respectively. The assignment of the observed Raman lines was performed by comparison with the homologous compounds. Transmission measurements on thin films of 2C₆PbBr₄, obtained by the spin coating method, revealed a strong absorption peak at 380 nm. Luminescence measurements showed an emission line at 402 nm associated with radiative recombinations of excitons confined within the PbBr₆ layers. The electron-hole binding energy is estimated at 180 meV.     

嵌埋式InP团簇光学吸收性质的研究

利用双束共蒸发的方法制备InP∶CaF₂复合膜，InP以团簇的形式嵌埋在绝缘介质CaF₂中，团簇大小可通过改变携带气压和蒸发电流来控制.样品的TEM结果表明：InP嵌埋团簇呈多晶结构，团簇尺寸10nm左右.研究了该复合膜的线性光吸收性质，半导体InP团簇表现出明显的量子效应，其吸收边随着团簇尺寸的减小发生了蓝移. 关键词：     

Effect of copper and cobalt impurities on the electronic structure and optical spectra of the intermetallic compound PrNi5

The electronic structure and optical properties of the intermetallic compound PrNi₅ and their evolution during the substitution of copper or cobalt atoms for nickel atoms have been investigated. The band spectra of the studied compounds have been calculated in the local spin density approximation corrected to account for strong electron-electron interactions in the 4f shell of the rare-earth ion (LSDA + U method). The dispersion relations of the optical conductivity in the interband light absorption region have been interpreted using the results of calculations of the electron density of states.     

双钙钛矿卤化物Cs2AgFeX6（X = Cl，Br，I）电子结构和光学性质的第一性原理研究

近年来,银卤化物双钙钛矿作为铅基杂化卤化物钙钛矿的潜在环保替代品得到了广泛的研究。最近实验上合成的新型无铅双钙钛矿单晶材料Cs2AgFeCl6是一种立方结构半导体,吸收光谱可拓宽至800 nm。本论文采用密度泛函理论的第一性原理方法,对Cs2AgFeX6（X = Cl,Br,I）的电子结构和光学性质进行研究,讨论了二者之间的内在关联,并分析了X位元素的改变对材料性质的影响。电荷密度计算结果显示,由Cl到I,Fe-X键逐渐减弱,即原子对电荷的束缚能力减弱。另一方面,三种材料的带隙宽度是逐渐减小的,Cs2AgFeCl6和Cs2AgFeBr6带隙分别为1.40 eV和0.91 eV,而Cs2AgFeI6则呈现金属性质。Cs2AgFeX6双钙钛矿的光谱特征峰随 X 位原子序数的增加明显红移,且在可见至红外光波段均有明显的光吸收：Cs2AgFeCl6在534 nm处的吸收系数达到21.28×104 cm-1,Cs2AgFeBr6在712 nm处的吸收系数为20.54×104 cm-1,而Cs2AgFeI6在1200 nm后的红外波段有一极宽的吸收峰,吸收系数可以达到10×104 cm-1。本论文为Cs2AgFeX6（X = Cl,Br,I）在光电子器件领域的广泛应用提供了理论指导。     

The structural,electronic, and optical properties of organic–inorganic mixed halide perovskites CH_3NH_3Pb(I_(1-y)X_y)_3(X = Cl,Br)

Methylammmonium lead iodide perovskites(CH_3NH_3PbI_3) have received wide attention due to their superior optoelectronic properties. We performed first-principles calculations to investigate the structural, electronic, and optical properties of mixed halide perovskites CH_3NH_3Pb(I_(1-y)X_y)_3(X = Cl, Br; y = 0, 0.33, 0.67). Our results reveal the reduction of the lattice constants and dielectric constants and enhancement of band gaps with increasing doping concentration of Cl-/Br-at I-. Electronic structure calculations indicate that the valance band maximum(VBM) is mainly governed by the halide p orbitals and Pb 6 s orbitals, Pb 6 p orbitals contribute the conduction band minimum(CBM) and doping does not change the direct semiconductor material. The organic cation [CH_3NH_3]~+does not take part in the formation of the band and only one electron donates to the considered materials. The increasing trends of the band gap with Cl content from y = 0(0.793 eV) to y = 0.33(0.953 eV) then to y = 0.67(1.126 eV). The optical absorption of the considered structures in the visible spectrum range is decreased but after doping the stability of the material is improving.     

Preparation and characterisation of crystalline tris(acetylacetonato)Fe(III) films grown on p-Si substrate for dielectric applications

Thin tris(acetylacetonato)iron(III) films were prepared by sublimation in vacuum on glass and p-Si substrates. Then comprehensive studies of X-ray fluorescence (XRF), X-ray diffraction (XRD), optical absorption spectroscopy, AC-conductivity, and dielectric permittivity as a function of frequency and temperature have been performed. The prepared films show a polycrystalline of orthorhombic structure. The optical absorption spectrum of the film was identical with that of the bulk powder layer. For electrical measurements of the complex as insulator, sample in form of metal-insulator-semiconductor (MIS) structure was prepared and characterised by the measurement of the capacitance and AC-conductance as a function of gate voltage. From those measurements, the state density D_it at insulator/semiconductor interface and the density of the fixed charges in the complex film were determined. It was found that D_it was of order 10¹⁰ eV⁻¹/cm² and the surface charge density in the insulator film was of order 10¹⁰ cm⁻². The frequency dependence of the electrical conductivity and dielectric properties of MIS structures were studied at room temperature. It was observed that the experimental data follow the correlated barrier-hopping (CBH) model, from which the fundamental absorption edge, the cut off hopping distance, and other parameters of the model were determined. It was found that the capacitance of the complex increases as temperature increases. Generally, the present study shows that the tris(acetylacetonato)iron(III) films grown on p-Si is a promising candidate for low-k dielectric applications, it displays low-k value around 2.0.     

Characterization of fluorinated multiwalled carbon nanotubes by x-ray absorption spectroscopy

The C 1s and F 1s x-ray absorption spectra of fluorinated multiwalled carbon nanotubes with different fluorine contents and reference compounds (highly oriented pyrolytic graphite crystals and “white” graphite fluoride) were measured using the equipment of the Russian-German beamline at the BESSY II storage ring with a high energy resolution. The spectra obtained were analyzed with the aim of characterizing multiwalled carbon nanotubes and their products formed upon treatment of the nanotubes with fluorine at a temperature of 420°C. It was established that, within the probing depth (～15 nm) of carbon nanotubes, the process of fluorination occurs uniformly and does not depend on the fluorine concentration. The interaction of fluorine atoms with multiwalled carbon nanotubes in this case proceeds through the covalent attachment of fluorine atoms to graphene layers of the graphite skeleton and is accompanied by a change in the hybridization of the 2s and 2p valence electron states of the carbon atom from the trigonal (sp ²) to tetrahedral (sp ³) hybridization.     

The nonlinear optical response of new organometallic compounds under picosecond excitation

The nonlinear optical response of three new organometallic compounds was studied by z-scan method under picosecond excitation at 1064 and 532 nm. The compounds showed self-focus effect at both wavelengths, and effective reverse saturation absorption at 532 nm and strong two-photon absorption at 1064 nm occurred. Through calculating and comparing the nonlinear optical indexes of the compounds, we found that the third-order nonlinear susceptibility was enhanced by two-fold for one photon transition resonant effect, and incorporating different heavy metal atoms in the delocalized organic system slightly influenced the nonlinear optical indexes.     

Specific features of the electronic structure and spectral properties of NdNi5 − x Cu x compounds

The spectral properties of the intermetallic compounds NdNi_{5 ? x} Cu _x (x = 0, 1, 2) have been studied using optical ellipsometry in the wavelength range 0.22–16 μm. It has been established that substitution of copper atoms for nickel leads to noticeable changes in the optical absorption spectra, plasma frequencies, and relaxation frequencies of conduction electrons. Spin-polarized calculations of the electronic structure of these compounds have been performed in the local spin density approximation allowing for strong electron correlations (LSDA + U method) in the 4f shell of the rare-earth ion. The calculated electron densities of states have been used to interpret the experimental dispersion curves of optical conductivity in the interband light absorption region.     

Effect of a plasma polymerised linalyl acetate dielectric on the optical and morphological properties of an n-type organic semiconductor

Thin films of the n-type, organic semiconductor PDI-8CN₂ were thermally evaporated on two different dielectric surfaces and their optical and morphological properties investigated using Variable Angle Spectroscopic Ellipsometry (VASE) and Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM), respectively. The two dielectric surfaces used were SiO₂ and a plasma polymer derived from the non-synthetic monomer linalyl acetate. The characterisations were performed in order to assess the viability of plasma polymerised linalyl acetate (PLA) thin films as dielectric layers in future Organic Field-Effect Transistor (OFET) devices. These studies resulted in determination of the optical profiles (refractive index and extinction coefficient) in the UV-Vis band of PDI-8CN₂ grown on SiO₂ and an observation of uniaxial anisotropy in the organic semiconductor. This information is useful for the design of opto-electronic devices using PDI-8CN₂ layers. Variations in morphological properties and small variations optical properties were found when the PDI-8CN₂ films were grown on PLA layers, and attributed to the change in surface chemistry between dielectrics.     

用光声技术研究半导体TiO2,ZnO纳米晶粉的光学特性

应用新型的光声光谱技术,研究了不同种类和不同制备工艺条件的半导体纳米晶粉的光学特性,测量了半导体TiO2、ZnO和掺铝ZnO纳米晶粉的光声光谱,获得了这些半导体纳米晶粉的带隙和光谱吸收系数.研究结果表明,相同种类和相同颗粒形状的半导体纳米晶粉的粒径越小,光学吸收系数越大.半导体纳米晶粉的带隙与相同种类纳米颗粒形状(圆球...     

Cr掺杂ZnO纳米线的电子结构和磁性

采用自旋极化密度泛函理论系统研究了Cr掺杂ZnO纳米线的电学、磁学以及光学属性.计算结果显示,Cr原子沿[0001]方向替代ZnO纳米线中的Zn原子时体系一般呈现铁磁耦合,沿[1010]和[0110]方向替代Zn原子时体系呈现反铁磁耦合,且磁性耦合状态在费米能级附近出现了明显的自旋劈裂现象,发生了强烈的Cr 3d和O 2p杂化效应.自旋态密度计算结果显示,磁矩主要来源于Cr原子未成对3d态电子的贡献,磁矩的大小与Cr原子的电子排布有关.光学性质计算结果显示,Cr掺杂ZnO纳米线在远紫外和近紫外都具有明显的吸收峰,吸收峰发生了明显的红移.这些结果都表明Cr掺杂ZnO纳米线也许是一种很有前途的稀磁半导体材料. 关键词： ZnO 纳米线 第一性原理 磁性     

The influence of the Dresselhaus spin--orbit coupling on the tunnelling magnetoresistance in ferromagnet/ insulator /semiconductor/ insulator /ferromagnet tunnel junctions

This paper investigates the effect of Dresselhaus spin--orbit coupling on the spin-transport properties of ferromagnet/insulator/semiconductor/insulator/ferromagnet double-barrier structures. The influence of the thickness of the insulator between the ferromagnet and the semiconductor on the polarization is also considered. The obtained results indicate that (i) the polarization can be enhanced by reducing the insulator layers at zero temperature, and (ii) the tunnelling magnetoresistance inversion can be illustrated by the influence of the Dresselhaus spin--orbit coupling effect in the double-barrier structure. Due to the Dresselhaus spin--orbit coupling effect, the tunnelling magnetoresistance inversion occurs when the energy of a localized state in the barrier matches the Fermi energy E_F of the ferromagnetic electrodes.     

结构乱序对二维有机-无机杂化钙钛矿材料中激子行为和动力学的影响

本文合成了2-苯基乙基铵碘化铅(PEPI)和4-苯基-1-丁基铵碘化铅(PBPI)两种二维有机-无机杂化钙钛矿薄膜样品,并采用稳态吸收光谱、温度依赖的光致发光光谱和超快瞬态吸收光谱开展了细致的比较性研究. 由于含有较多的乙基基团,PBPI比PEPI具有更长的有机链,其无机骨架发生变形,从而引入结构乱序. 通过能域光谱线形和时域动力学的比较分析,揭示出PBPI中更大程度的结构乱序会导致更多缺陷态的形成,这些缺陷态可作为陷阱态以促进激子动力学. 另外,温度依赖的超快光谱揭示出激子共振的精细结构,并表明其与无机骨架而非有机链相关. 更进一步,在PEPI和PBPI中均观察到光激发相干声子,并揭示出结构乱序对无机骨架低频拉曼振动的微妙影响. 该工作为二维杂化钙钛矿材料的光学性质、激子行为和动力学以及相干声子效应提供了有益的见解.