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Published on: August 28, 2018
Recent Advances in the Carrier Mobility of Two-Dimensional Materials: A Theoretical Perspective
Showkat Hassan Mir1, Vivek Kumar Yadav2, Jayant Kumar Singh2,3
1Department of Chemistry, IIT Kanpur, Kanpur 208016, India.
Abstract:
Since the breakthrough of graphene, 2D materials have engrossed tremendous research attention due to their extraordinary properties and potential applications in electronic and optoelectronic devices. The high carrier mobility in the semiconducting material is critical to guarantee a high switching speed and low power dissipation in the corresponding device. Here, we review significant recent advances and important new developments in the carrier mobility of 2D materials based on theoretical investigations. We focus on some of the most widely studied 2D materials, their development, and future applications. Based on the current progress in this field, we conclude the review by providing challenges and an outlook in this field.
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