TiO2 films for user-controlled photochromic applications

T. J. Gudgel, J. P. Cronin, S. R. Kennedy, D. R. Uhlmann

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Abstract

User-controlled photochromic devices are currently under investigation due to their unique ability to harness solar energy for coloration while retaining user control over the depth of coloration. Such devices utilize both a chromogenic electrode and a photosensitive layer. One highly active photosensitive layer of interest for this application is titania, and this paper focuses on a highly porous titania film with low scattering loss and good uniformity that is deposited from a stable colloidal suspension. The stability of the suspension along with the low temperature heat treatment and ease of coating by dip-coating provide an attractive method for the deposition of these films. The performance of a user-controlled photochromic device containing such films is described.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)50-58
Number of pages9
JournalProceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering
Volume3788
StatePublished - 1999
Externally publishedYes
EventProceedings of the 1999 Switchable Materials and Flat Panel Displays - Denver, CO, USA
Duration: Jul 21 1999Jul 22 1999

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Computer Science Applications
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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