A Review of Transparent Conducting Films (TCFs): Prospective ITO and AZO Deposition Methods and Applications

This study offers a comprehensive summary of the current states as well as potential future directions of transparent conducting oxides (TCOs), particularly tin-doped indium oxide (ITO), the most readily accessible TCO on the market. Solar cells, flat panel displays (FPDs), liquid crystal displays (...

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Published in:	Nanomaterials
Main Authors:	Jessica Patel, Razia Khan Sharme, Manuel A. Quijada, Mukti M. Rana
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2024-12-01
Subjects:	TCO thin film ITO antireflection transparent electrode transparent conducting film
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2079-4991/14/24/2013

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