Recent Advances in Perovskite Single-Crystal Thin Film Optoelectronic Devices
Angelica Simbula, Valeria Demontis, Francesco Quochi, Giovanni Bongiovanni, Daniela Marongiu
Abstract
Among novel semiconductors, perovskites have gained significant attention due to their versatility, combining tunable optoelectronic properties with relatively easy fabrication processes. However, certain issues still hinder their widespread use, often related to the presence of defects and traps within the material. Beyond defect passivation in polycrystalline thin films, an alternative approach to enhancing material quality lies in the fabrication of single crystals. This review aims to provide an overview of the promising approaches explored to address specific challenges of perovskites that benefit from the single crystal nature, restricting our analysis to perovskite single crystal thin films (PSC-TF). We will discuss novel fabrication techniques and highlight recent achievements in devices, such as photodetectors, solar cells, and transistors. By examining the fundamental properties already discovered and showcasing the latest advancements, we aim to provide an overview of the perspectives and open challenges for PSC-TF in next-generation optoelectronic devices.