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Infrared Plasmonic Sensing with Anisotropic Two-Dimensional Material Borophene.
Jingjing Zhang1,2, Zhaojian Zhang2, Xiaoxian Song1
1Institute of Mirco/Nano Optoelectronic and Terahertz Technology, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China.
Nanomaterials (Basel, Switzerland)
|May 5, 2021
Summary
Borophene nanostructures can be used to create highly sensitive infrared plasmonic sensors. These sensors detect changes in refractive index, offering potential for advanced diagnostic devices.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Nanotechnology
- Photonics
Background:
- Borophene is a novel 2D material with plasmonic properties in visible and infrared light.
- Borophene's plasmonic behavior enables integration into optoelectronic and nanophotonic devices.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose and investigate an infrared plasmonic sensor utilizing a borophene ribbon array.
- To explore the potential of nanostructured borophene for sensing applications.
Main Methods:
- Analytical and numerical calculations were employed.
- Investigated the impact of geometric and material parameters on sensor performance.
Main Results:
- Nanostructured borophene supports localized surface plasmon resonances.
- Optimized sensitivity and figure of merit for the borophene sensor.
- Demonstrated comparable sensing performance to conventional plasmonic sensors.
Conclusions:
- Established a design route for high-performance borophene plasmonic sensors.
- The proposed sensor is suitable for next-generation point-of-care diagnostic devices.

