Abstract
The work function of an Al-doped ZnO (AZO) thin film can be increased via B + ion implantation from 3.92 eV up to 4.22 eV. The ion implantation has been carried out with the ion dose of 1 × 10 16 cm -2 and ion energy of 5 keV. The resistance of the B + implanted AZO films has been a bit raised, while their transmittance is slightly lowered, compared to those of un-implanted AZO films. These behaviors can be explained by the doping profile and the resultant band diagram. It is concluded that the coupling between the B + ions and oxygen vacancies would be the main reason for an increase in the work function and a change in the other properties. We also address that the work function is more effectively alterable if the defect density of the top transparent conducting oxide layer can be controlled.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 4077-4080 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology |
Volume | 7 |
Issue number | 11 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2007 Nov |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Al-Doped ZnO
- Implantation
- TCO
- Work Function
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Bioengineering
- Chemistry(all)
- Biomedical Engineering
- Materials Science(all)
- Condensed Matter Physics