Abstract
Silver nanowires (AgNWs) has been extensively studied to replace indium tin oxide as a suitable material for transparent conducting films (TCEs) The networks of nanowires however are prone to degradation due to corrosion when exposed to ambient conditions. In this study, high aspect ratio AgNWs were synthesized with an improved polyol method by varying the reaction temperatures in the nucleation and growth stage. Solutions of AgNWs were deposited on polymer substrates and were exposed to ambient laboratory conditions for several days and the effect on the stability and overall performance of the AgNW films was investigated. Morphological and elemental analysis of the exposed films was done using SEM and EDX, respectively. Hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC) was introduced as a polymeric binder and protective agent in order to prevent the exposure of the AgNW surface to corrosive agents in air. A TCE with a sheet resistance of 47.50 Ω/sq and transmittance of 89.70% at 550 nm without any harsh post-treatments, was demonstrated. These electrodes were used to fabricate a transparent flexible touch screen.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
