10. Advanced Topics and Emerging Technologies
Optoelectronics is witnessing rapid advancements through emerging technologies that enhance speed, efficiency, and applications across various fields. Key trends include the use of quantum dots, organic semiconductors, and plasmonics, which are transforming devices like LEDs and solar cells. Future developments aim to overcome challenges in material development and production costs, opening new avenues for innovation in industries such as telecommunications and healthcare.
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What we have learnt
- Emerging technologies in optoelectronics are driven by advancements in materials and fabrication techniques.
- Quantum dots and organic semiconductors enable efficient devices with new applications.
- Optoelectronics play a critical role in areas such as quantum computing, healthcare, and space exploration.
Key Concepts
- -- Quantum Dots
- Nanocrystals with unique optical properties used to improve light emission efficiency in devices like LEDs and solar cells.
- -- Organic Semiconductors
- Materials that allow for flexible and low-cost electronic devices, essential in applications like wearable technology.
- -- Plasmonics
- The study of light interactions with electrons at metal surfaces, enabling enhanced light absorption in devices.
- -- LiFi
- A communication technology that transmits data using visible light, offering faster and more secure internet access.
- -- Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
- A non-invasive imaging technique using light to create high-resolution images of tissues for medical diagnostics.
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