Total absorption in structured ultrathin semiconductor layers

C. Martijn de Sterke, Bjorn C. Sturmberg, Ross C. McPhedran, Teck K. Chong, Duk Yong Choi, Thomas P. White, Lindsay C. Botten, Kylie R. Catchpole, Kokou B. Dossou, Christopher G. Poulton

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Abstract

We show that essentially total absorption can be achieved in ultrathin layers of a modestly absorbing semiconductor using a grating geometry. Fabrication requires standard techniques and structured metal elements are not required.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationOptical Nanostructures and Advanced Materials for Photovoltaics 2016
Subtitle of host publicationConference proceedings
PublisherOSA - The Optical Society
Pages1-3
Number of pages3
ISBN (Print)9780960038046
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 21 Jul 2014
Externally publishedYes
EventOptical Nanostructures and Advanced Materials for Photovoltaics, PV 2016 - Leipzig, Germany
Duration: 14 Nov 201617 Nov 2016

Other

OtherOptical Nanostructures and Advanced Materials for Photovoltaics, PV 2016
Country/TerritoryGermany
CityLeipzig
Period14/11/1617/11/16

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