Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
1644187 Materials Letters 2014 4 Pages PDF
Abstract

•Functionalized CNTs (PSCNTs) have been used as acceptor material.•Homogeneous dispersion of PSCNTs in MEH-PPV polymer.•Comparison between CNTs and PSCNTs properties.

Donor/acceptor heterostructures formed by a donor conducting polymer and carbon nanotubes as acceptor materials are elaborated. Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) have been functionalized with polystyrene. A huge potential for functionalized CNTs for an effective charge transfer was shown. Moreover, optical properties have been correlated with morphological characteristics. We conclude that there is a relationship between the morphology and the performances of polymer/CNTs bulk heterojunction nanocomposites, integrated as photoactive layer for photovoltaic application.

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