Spatially Resolved Photo-Response of a Carbon Nanotube/Si Photodetector

Photodetectors based on vertical multi-walled carbon nanotube (MWCNT) film-Si heterojunctions are realized by growing MWCNTs on n-type Si substrates with a top surface covered by Si<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub> layers. Spatially resolved photocurrent measurements reveal that high...

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Main Authors: Daniele Capista, Luca Lozzi, Aniello Pelella, Antonio Di Bartolomeo, Filippo Giubileo, Maurizio Passacantando
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-02-01
Series:Nanomaterials
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2079-4991/13/4/650
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Summary:Photodetectors based on vertical multi-walled carbon nanotube (MWCNT) film-Si heterojunctions are realized by growing MWCNTs on n-type Si substrates with a top surface covered by Si<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub> layers. Spatially resolved photocurrent measurements reveal that higher photo detection is achieved in regions with thinner MWCNT film, where nearly 100% external quantum efficiency is achieved. Hence, we propose a simple method based on the use of scotch tape with which to tune the thickness and density of as-grown MWCNT film and enhance device photo-response.
ISSN:2079-4991