Affiliation:
1. Department of Chemistry Chungnam National University Daejeon Republic of Korea
Abstract
AbstractPolymer nanocomposites, prepared by incorporating functional nanoparticles (NPs) into a polymer matrix, have advantages of utilizing functionalities of polymers and NPs. Among them, transparent high‐refractive‐index polymer nanocomposites (THPNs), prepared by incorporating highly refractive NPs into polymer matrices, are advantageous for effectively manipulating light. This review focuses on the introduction of fabrication of THPN prepared by incorporating inorganic‐oxide NPs, especially zirconia (ZrO2), and its characteristics as an optical material. ZrO2 NPs have a high refractive index and high transmittance in visible light regions with high and narrow optical bandgap energy. Since ZrO2 NPs are harmless to humans and physically and chemically stable, they are suitable for applications of advanced optical materials for display and energy devices. Various fabrication methods of THPN with ZrO2 NPs and surface modifications of ZrO2 NPs to prevent agglomeration are introduced. Principles and specific applications, which THPN could work with and for, are introduced as well.
Funder
National Research Foundation of Korea
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