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Two-Dimensional Materials in Large-Areas: Synthesis, Properties and Applications.
Ali Zavabeti1,2,3, Azmira Jannat4, Li Zhong5,4
1College of Materials Science and Technology, Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Nanjing, 211100, People's Republic of China. ali.zavabeti@nuaa.edu.cn.
Nano-Micro Letters
|June 17, 2021
Summary
Synthesizing large-area, high-quality two-dimensional crystals is crucial for next-gen electronics. This review covers recent advances in methods for producing wafer-scale 2D materials, enabling industrial applications.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Nanotechnology
Background:
- Large-area, high-quality two-dimensional (2D) crystals are essential for advanced electronic and optical devices.
- Industrial adoption of 2D materials hinges on wafer-scale synthesis, a significant current challenge.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent synthetic routes for high-quality 2D crystals with lateral sizes over 100 micrometres.
- To discuss the applications of large-area 2D crystals in electronics and optoelectronics.
Main Methods:
- Exploration of various synthetic strategies for producing large-scale 2D materials.
- Analysis of methods focusing on lateral dimensions, thickness control, domain size, and defect minimization.
Main Results:
- Outlined recent advancements in synthesizing 2D crystals exceeding 100 micrometres.
- Summarized applications in electronics and optoelectronics, highlighting achieved material quality.
Conclusions:
- Discussed the advantages and disadvantages of different synthesis approaches.
- Emphasized the importance of scalability, uniformity, and defect control for industrial viability.
