Abstract
The history, applications, and basic requirements of transparent conducting oxides (TCOs) are reviewed. Four basic families of TCOs are recognized, including n-type oxides with tetrahedrally-coordinated cations (e.g., ZnO), n-type oxides with octahedrally-coordinated cations (e.g., CdO, In 2O3, SnO2, and related binary and ternary compounds), p-type oxides with linearly-coordinated cations (e.g., CuAlO 2, Cu2SrO2, and related compounds), and n-type oxides with cage structures (e.g., 12CaO·7Al2O3). TCO behavior is discussed with attention to structural and chemical factors, especially point defect chemistry, governing carrier generation and transport properties.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 167-175 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Journal of Electroceramics |
Volume | 13 |
Issue number | 1-3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jul 1 2004 |
Keywords
- Electrical conductivity
- Point defects
- Transparent conducting oxide (TCO)
- Transport
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Ceramics and Composites
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Mechanics of Materials
- Materials Chemistry
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering