Nonlinear absorption and optical limiting of Ag–CdSe nano-hybrids of different growth times

Abstract

Metal-semiconductor Nano-composites have enormous applications due to Plasmon –exciton coupling. Open aperture Z-scan is investigated for Ag–CdSe hybrid nanostructure, a toggle from saturable absorption process SA to reverse saturable absorption RSA is observed upon laser power increment. Proofs of crystal and morphological structure are given by selected area electron diffraction (SAED) and high resolution transmission electron microscope (HRTEM). Red shifting in photoluminescence spectra PL is observed which is ascribed to the particle size increment. Intriguing nonlinear findings can be used to engineer optical switching devices and optical limiters.