Heat-Induced Morphological Changes in Silver Nanowires: A review

Noor Zulfiqar; Muhammad Arsalan; Fawad Inam

doi:10.61797/ijanca.v4i1.513

Noor Zulfiqar Lecturer, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan
Muhammad Arsalan University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100039, China
Fawad Inam School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering, University of East London, Docklands Campus, University Way, London, UK

DOI: https://doi.org/10.61797/ijanca.v4i1.513

Keywords: Silver Nanowires (AgNWs), Heat-induced morphological changes, Thermal stability, Rayleigh instability, Surface atom diffusion, Transparent conductive films, Flexible electronics, Device performance

Abstract

Silver Nanowires (AgNWs) are gaining widespread attention for their remarkable electrical, optical, and mechanical properties, which make them ideal for a variety of cutting-edge applications such as flexible electronics, transparent conductive films, and sensors. However, their stability and performance when exposed to high temperatures are crucial for their practical use. This review sightsees into how heat affects the shape and structure of AgNWs, exploring the mechanisms behind these changes and what they mean for real-world applications. We cover topics like the melting behavior of tiny metallic wires, the role of surface atoms moving around, and how environmental factors can influence their stability. Additionally, we discuss how these heat-induced changes can impact the efficiency of devices that use AgNWs, like transparent heaters. By bringing together findings from recent research, this review aims to provide a clear understanding of how AgNWs behave under heat and offer insights into improving their design and use in high-temperature situations.