Optimization of capillary tube stacking by Liu, Qinghua

“…Genetic algorithm is an evolutionary numerical method, which helps solving optimization problems in an efficient way. Genetic algorithm is based on the belief that “the fittest survives”, a theory proposed by Darwin in his evolution theory. …”
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Synthesis, assembly and applications of novel two-dimensional metal chalcogenide nanomaterials by Tan, Chaoliang

“…First, I prepared two solution-dispersed ultrathin 2D ternary metal chalcogenide nanosheets, i.e. Ta2NiS5 and Ta2NiSe5, in high-yield and large scale in liquid phase by exfoliating their layered bulk crystals via the electrochemical Li-intercalation and exfoliation method. …”
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Rigid-strut-containing crown ethers and [2]catenanes for incorporation into metal-organic frameworks by Zhao, Yan-Li, Liu, Lihua, Zhang, Wenyu, Sue, Chi-Hau, Li, Qiaowei, Miljanić, Ognjen Š., Yaghi, Omar M., Stoddart, J. Fraser

“…The crystal structure of the dimethyl ester (BPP34C10DE-CAT⋅4 PF6) of the [2]catenane H2BPP34C10DC-CAT⋅4 PF6 was investigated by X-ray crystallography, which revealed racemic R and S isomers with planar chirality present in the crystal in a 1:1 ratio. …”
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Topochemical manipulation of some complex transition metal oxides by Amano Patiño, ME

“…A possible explanation is given for this observation based on an ordered arrangement of local Jahn-Teller distortions.…”

Exciton Dynamics and Anisotropy in 2D Metal Organochalcogenolate Semiconductors by Lee, Woo Seok

“…First, we present the synthesis, structural and optical properties of 2D AgEPh (E = S, Se, Te) single crystals, colloidal nanocrystals, and thin films. …”
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Investigation of Ni as Zn substitute in CZTS thin film solar cell by Quek, Ka Jun

“…Thin film solar cell technology based on Cu2ZnSn(S,Se)4 (CZTSSe) holds great promise due to the abundancy of its constituent elements and their environmentally friendly nature. …”
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Dataset: Optical fabrication and characterisation of SU-8 disk photonic waveguide heterostructure cavities - version 2 by Taylor, R, Nuttall, L, Lennon, S, Reid, B, Brossard, F

Synthesis and characterization of Cu-Chalcogenide nanocrystals for potential applications in low-cost solar cells by Ahmadi, Mahshid

“…Monoclinic Cu2SnSe3 NCs with an optical energy band gap of 1.3 eV were synthesized. Since the opto-electrical properties of the NCs are highly dependent on the composition and crystal structure, X-ray diffraction, selected area electron diffraction, convergent beam electron diffraction and Raman spectroscopy were used to determine their crystal structure. …”
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Synthesis and optical study of lead halide perovskites for opto-electronic applications by Ha, Son Tung

“…Chapter 5 is devoted for optically pumped lasing application in the perovskite single crystals. In this chapter, the lasing behavior of several materials will be discussed in detail such as: layered PbI2 (i.e., precursor of perovskite), 3D perovskite nanoplatelets, and 2D perovskite flake. …”
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Microstructural evolution during mechanical milling of Nd-Fe-B nanocomposites by Toh, Hon Kun.

“…Changes in milling time and rest time were found to significantly affect the structural relaxation and crystallization.…”
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In situ growth of [hk1]-oriented Sb2S3 for solution-processed planar heterojunction solar cell with 6.4% efficiency by Jin, Xin, Fang, Yanan, Salim, Teddy, Feng, Minjun, Hadke, Shreyash, Leow, Shin Woei, Sum, Tze Chien, Wong, Lydia Helena

“…The planar heterojunction solar cell using [hk1]-oriented Sb2S3 achieves a power conversion efficiency of 6.4%, performing at almost 20% higher than devices based on a [hk0]-oriented absorber. This work opens up new prospects for pursuing high-performance Sb2S3 thin film solar cells by tailoring the crystal orientation.…”
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Non-newtonian fluids and droplets in microchannels by Huang, Yi

“…A particle free method for flow field visualization was proposed and achieved by analyzing liquid crystal polarization. The proposed concept is implemented by imaging liquid crystal flow under microfluidic environment usmg a polarization based optical interferometric configuration. …”
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Measuring the hole-state anisotropy in MgB2 by electron energy-loss spectroscopy by Klie, Robert F., Su, Haibin, Zhu, Yimei, Davenport, James W., Idrobo, Juan-Carlos, Browning, Nigel D., Nellist, Peter D.

“…In particular, we have studied two different crystal orientations, [110] and [001], with respect to the incident electron beam direction, and found significant changes in the near-edge fine structure of the B K-edge. …”
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From the microbial to the mechanical : environmental impacts on coral nitrogen cycling, microbial communities, and skeletal properties by Moynihan, Molly Anne

“…Select micro-mechanical measurements were paired with high resolution mapping of aragonite crystal orientation to further connect mechanical properties with the physical process of coral calcification. …”
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Investigation of binary nanocrystal superlattice by Christine, Kusuma Dewi

“…Binary Nanocrystal Superlattice (BNSL) is the assembly of nanoparticles of two different materials. Based on the fact that atoms and molecules can result in various crystal structures and properties, nanocrystal will definitely give an even wider choices of properties due to its size quantum effect. …”
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Single photon counting x-ray diffraction techniques for the investigation of shock compressed condensed matter by Patel, S

Crystallographic Correlations with Anisotropic Oxide Ion Conduction in Aluminum-Doped Neodymium Silicate Apatite Electrolytes by An, Tao, Baikie, Tom, Wei, Fengxia, Pramana, Stevin S., Schreyer, Martin K., Piltz, Ross O., Shin, J. Felix, Wei, Jun, Slater, Peter R., White, Timothy John

“…From these observations, we propose that in the as-prepared single crystals there are regions of high and low interstitial content (e.g., Nd9.67Si6O26.5 and Nd9.33Si6O26), and the second semicircle relates to the interface between such regions. …”
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Electrical characterization of metal oxide thin film transistors by Mak, Wei Liang

“…However a-Si:H has electrical performance problems when used in high resolution displays (e.g. organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs) and 3D display with high frame rates). …”
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Structural and functional studies of C-nucleoside formation enzymes by Li, W

New structures and materials for next generation photonic technology by Mei, T., Zhang, Dao Hua, Tang, Dingyuan, Yuan, Xiaocong, Chen, Tupei

“…In light source, we have for the first time developed grapheme mode-locked lasers and dark pause lasers as well as nano-crystal Si based light emitting devices with colour tunable. …”
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