Solution-Processed Organic Light-Emitting Devices

Solution-Processed Organic Light-Emitting Devices is a comprehensive reference on OLEDs, covering materials design, device structures, and processing technologies. It analyzes thin-film growth dynamics, exciton generation, host-guest energy transfer, and interfacial interactions for maximizing OLED performance. The book is relevant to researchers in academia and industry working in materials science, engineering, chemistry, and physics.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 570 pages
Publication date: 31 August 2023
Publisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc

Organic Light-Emitting Devices: A Comprehensive Reference

Organic Light-Emitting Devices (OLEDs) have emerged as a promising technology for display and lighting applications, offering high-resolution, color-rich displays and efficient lighting solutions. In this comprehensive reference, Solution-Processed Organic Light-Emitting Devices delves into the principles, advances, and processing technologies of OLEDs.

The book begins by providing an overview of the basic principles of OLEDs, including their structure, materials, and operating mechanisms. It then explores the materials design, device structures, and processing technologies that are crucial in achieving high-performance OLEDs.

One of the key aspects of OLEDs is the thin-film growth process, which involves the deposition of organic materials onto a substrate. The book analyzes the dynamics of thin-film growth from solutions such as solvent orthogonalization, coffee-ring effects, and interfacial adhesion. It discusses the factors that influence the quality and properties of the thin films, such as film thickness, composition, and morphology.

Exciton generation and utilization, host–guest energy transfer, and interfacial interaction in the solution-processed films are considered with the material and device design to maximize the electroluminescent performance of OLEDs. The book reviews the materials, devices, and technologies dedicated to solution-processed thin-film devices, which are not only applicable to OLEDs but may be adapted to other emerging semiconducting devices due to the similarity in methods.

For instance, quantum-dot LEDs and solar cells, and perovskite-based LEDs/photovoltaics/detectors. This versatility makes Solution-Processed Organic Light-Emitting Devices an invaluable resource for researchers in academia and industry working in the materials science and engineering, chemistry, and physics disciplines.

The book is organized into five chapters, each covering a different aspect of OLEDs. The first chapter provides an introduction to OLEDs and their historical development. The second chapter focuses on the materials design and synthesis of OLEDs, including organic semiconductors, dopants, and additives. The third chapter explores the device structures and architectures of OLEDs, including active layers, buffer layers, and encapsulation layers.

The fourth chapter discusses the processing technologies for OLEDs, including solution-based deposition, spin-coating, and vacuum deposition. The fifth chapter examines the performance optimization of OLEDs, including exciton management, charge transport, and energy harvesting.

In conclusion, Solution-Processed Organic Light-Emitting Devices is a comprehensive and authoritative reference that provides a deep understanding of the principles, advances, and processing technologies of OLEDs. It is an essential resource for researchers, students, and professionals in the field of materials science, engineering, chemistry, and physics. With its extensive coverage and detailed analysis, the book enables readers to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in OLEDs and their potential applications in various industries.

Weight: 1000g
Dimension: 229 x 151 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323951463