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Abstract

A method of dispersing YVO4:Eu quantum dots (QDs) as uniform two-dimensional (2D) layers with a high degree of homogeneity is presented. Annealing at 773 K resulted in coalescence of QDs to form nanoclusters with size of ∼ 25 nm with an improved photoluminescence and ∼ 80% transmittance at 800 nm. An efficient 5D0-7F2 transition and lifetimes of ∼ 1038 μs for the characteristic Eu3+ emission were observed. The absorption and emission peaks showed a slight blueshift, due to quantum-size effect, as compared to that for the bulk counterpart. Our method of 2D layer deposition is useful to enhance spectral response of the solar cells.

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	Physics
Divisions:	UNSPECIFIED
Depositing User:	Ms Neetu Chandra
Date Deposited:	23 Jan 2013 11:43
Last Modified:	23 Jan 2013 11:43
URI:	http://npl.csircentral.net/id/eprint/964

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