A theoretical model for estimation of work function reduction for MXenes with hydroxyl termination

Authors

  • M. V. Strikha Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine; V.E. Lashkaryov Institute of Semiconductor Physics, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine
  • D. V. Antoniuk Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15330/pcss.24.1.102-105

Keywords:

MXenes, work function, surface termination, hydroxy group

Abstract

This article presents a simple model that explains significant reduction of work function in MXenes Тіn+1Сn with hydroxyl termination and demonstrates matching results to ones in the existing literature, obtained via complex computing based on the first principles. This model can be applied for results evaluation of the hydroxyfunctionalization of various MXene types, due to prospects of the creation of novice emission electronics devices.

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Published

2023-03-12

How to Cite

Strikha, M. V., & Antoniuk, D. V. (2023). A theoretical model for estimation of work function reduction for MXenes with hydroxyl termination. Physics and Chemistry of Solid State, 24(1), 102–105. https://doi.org/10.15330/pcss.24.1.102-105

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Section

Scientific articles (Physics)