Transparent Conducting Oxides Thin Film Dosimetry: Present and the Future

Abstract

Transparent Conducting Oxides (TCOs) are widely used in numerous new devices including solar cells, flat panel display, gamma sensor and many optoelectronic applications. Nowadays, the high demand for flexible optoelectronic devices requires the development of efficient and non-costly TCOs deposited on substrates. Over the past decades, several new materials and manufacturing techniques have been developed to satisfy the technological requirements. This article reviewed recent researches and advancements on application of TCO (such as ZnO, TeO2, CuO, In2O3, SnO2) thin film in the detection and measurement of gamma radiation and others. A comprehensive analysis of TCO thin film in the recent technological application is performed. Furthermore, critical evaluation and comparison of their benefits and limitations as dosimeters is done based on the available studies. Finally, the potentials of these devices and the challenges of realizing their applications as quintessential dosimeters are highlighted for future research and improvements.