Extending the absorption band from infrared to ultraviolet using the ITO transition from reflection to transparence

Author(s):  
Fathi Bendelala ◽  
Ali Cheknane ◽  
Mohammed Benatallah ◽  
Jean-Michel Nunzi

A numerical simulation based on the finite-element method shows that a metamaterial absorber using Tungsten (W) and Indium tin oxide (ITO) plasmonic metals can be ultra-broadband and high-performance. Conventional broadband absorbers usually consist of multiple metal-dielectric layers or multi-resonators and have a bulky shape. The present investigates the possibility to reach optimal characteristics with a simple design by combining two plasmonic materials (W/ITO) within a single resonator. Involving the ITO transition from reflection to transparence dramatically increases the absorption bandwidth, which is extended from infrared to ultraviolet, with up to 99.92% absorption. The design is polarization-insensitive under oblique incidence, up to 75° and 80°, for TE and TM polarization waves, respectively.

2008 ◽  
Vol 47 (9) ◽  
pp. 7023-7025 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shun-Cheng Hsu ◽  
Dong-Sing Wuu ◽  
Xinhe Zheng ◽  
Ray-Hua Horng ◽  
Juh-Yuh Su

2009 ◽  
Vol 1209 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marie-Isabelle Baraton

AbstractThe field of major applications of transparent conducting oxides (TCOs) continues to expand, thus generating a growing demand for new materials with lower resistivity and higher transparency over extended wavelength ranges. Moreover, p-type TCOs are opening new horizons for high-performance devices based on p-n junctions. Among the most commonly used TCO materials are zinc oxide (ZnO), indium tin oxide (ITO), tin oxide (SnO2), and indium oxide (In2O3). Still, design and synthesis of improved TCO materials leading to a marked increase in conductivity and robustness remain highly desirable while a more detailed understanding of the conductivity mechanisms is critical to further improvement. For example, there is an accelerating effort worldwide by both academia and industry to develop a transparent conductor that can meet or beat the performance of the commonly used ITO at lower costs and with more physical resilience. This article reviews new developments in TCO materials to be used in various applications spanning from photovoltaics to lighting, smart windows, or gas sensors. The financial stakes, far from being negligible in the TCOs market, and the current scientific and technological challenges to be taken up are analyzed.


2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (17) ◽  
pp. 4198-4205 ◽  
Author(s):  
Soram Bobby Singh ◽  
Yibin Hu ◽  
Tolendra Kshetri ◽  
Nam Hoon Kim ◽  
Joong Hee Lee

Flexible transparent conducting electrodes (TCEs) in replacement of brittle indium tin oxide (ITO) films are of ultimate importance in the production of flexible and stretchable displays, lighting devices, and solar panels with the ability to resist harsh weather conditions.


2009 ◽  
Vol 12 (9) ◽  
pp. H322 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hwan Hee Jeong ◽  
Sang Youl Lee ◽  
June-O Song ◽  
Kwang Ki Choi ◽  
Seok-Hun Lee ◽  
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2010 ◽  
Vol 49 (1) ◽  
pp. 010213 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ferry Iskandar ◽  
Adi Bagus Suryamas ◽  
Masaaki Kawabe ◽  
Muhammad Miftahul Munir ◽  
Kikuo Okuyama ◽  
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