Direct 3-D nanoparticle assemblies in thin films via topographically patterned surfaces.

Kao, Joseph; Jeong, Seong-Jun; Jiang, Zhang; Lee, Dong Hyun; Aissou, Karim; Ross, Caroline A; Russell, Thomas P; Xu, Ting · Adv Mater · 2014

basic_science · Level V

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Abstract

Simple yet versatile routes to generate macroscopically aligned 3-D NP arrays with tunable structures in supramolecular nanocomposite thin films are presented using faceted and lithographically patterned surfaces. These studies provide a powerful platform for the investigation of emerging structure-property relationships in functional nanocomposites, paving the way for the realization of next-generation devices.