1. Preparation study and simulation of high transmittance W–Sn–Zr Co-doped VO2 thin films prepared by sol-gel method for energy-saving smart windows.
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Guo, Ruiwen, Li, Cao, Luo, Yating, Li, Zixian, Lai, Fang, and Li, Jing
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ELECTROCHROMIC windows , *SOL-gel processes , *THIN films , *PHASE transitions , *DOPING agents (Chemistry) , *ELECTROCHROMIC devices , *GLASS - Abstract
The thermochromic properties of vanadium dioxide (VO 2) hold great promise for applications in smart glass windows. VO 2 films exhibit a high phase transition temperature (T c), low visible transmission (T lum), and low solar modulating ability (ΔT sol), making them inadequate for the requirements of smart glass windows. While some improvement in VO 2 film performance can be achieved through single-element doping, these limited enhancements still fall short of ideal results. Therefore, there is a pressing need for the improvement of VO 2 films. In this study, we utilized the sol-gel method to prepare VO 2 samples simultaneously doped with three elements: W, Sn, and Zr. Microscopic characterization confirmed the successful incorporation of these elements. Optical measurements, including ultraviolet–visible–near-infrared spectroscopy, were conducted to assess the optical properties of the films. Ultimately, outstanding T lum (69%) and ΔT sol (14%) were achieved, along with an appropriate T c (27.6 °C). Energy consumption simulations were performed using the EnergyPlus model with experimental data, revealing that compared to conventional glass, VO 2 glass reduces total cooling energy consumption by 9.8%. In comparison to previous work, the multi-element-doped films push the performance limits of VO 2 films, offering a viable approach for fabricating superior VO 2 smart glass windows. [Display omitted] [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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