Oriented Alignment of CsPbBr₃ Single-Crystal Arrays for Flexible X-ray Imaging

The utilization of perovskite materials in flexible optoelectronics is experiencing distinct diversification including X-ray detection applications. Here, we report the oriented alignment of cesium lead bromide (CsPbBr₃) single-crystal arrays on flexible polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) substrates. By precisely confining the crystallization process within spatially delimited precursor droplets, we achieve a well-oriented crystal alignment through the spontaneous rotation of the CsPbBr₃ microcuboids. This approach allows for precise control over the microcuboid morphologies by varying the growth temperature. We design flexible X-ray detector arrays by seamlessly integrating CsPbBr₃ microcuboids with electrode arrays. The flexible X-ray detector can output a high sensitivity of 1.97 × 10⁵ μC·Gy_air^-1·cm^-2 and a low detection limit of 89 nGy_air·s^-1 after the surface passivation process. The excellent mechanical properties, outstanding X-ray detection capabilities, and high pixel uniformity are also demonstrated in conformal X-ray imaging of curved surfaces.