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Online-Ressource
ISSN:
1521-4095
Inhalt:
Abstract: In this Research News article we discuss the significance of dimensionality on the charge‐transport properties of organic semiconductors. Dimensionality is defined in two ways: as a function of (i) the π‐conjugated framework within the molecular structure, and (ii) the degree and direction of intermolecular close‐contacts between molecules in the bulk. In terms of dimensionality, silicon is a good role model for organic semiconductors, since it demonstrates 3D architecture in the bulk through covalent bonding. Achieving this for organics is challenging and requires not only a 3D molecular structure, but also a network of intermolecular short contacts in three dimensions. This review identifies the limitations of low dimensional materials and summarizes the challenges faced in progressing towards fully 3D organic semiconductors.
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volume:25
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number:13
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year:2013
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pages:1948-1954
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extent:7
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Advanced materials, Weinheim : Wiley-VCH, 1989-, 25, Heft 13 (2013), 1948-1954 (gesamt 7), 1521-4095
Sprache:
Englisch
DOI:
10.1002/adma.201200862
URN:
urn:nbn:de:101:1-2023012710254600899888
URL:
https://doi.org/10.1002/adma.201200862
URL:
https://nbn-resolving.org/urn:nbn:de:101:1-2023012710254600899888
URL:
https://d-nb.info/1279314869/34
URL:
https://doi.org/10.1002/adma.201200862