@article{8169,
  author = {I. Dogan and M. C. M. van de Sanden},
  title = {Gas-Phase Plasma Synthesis of Free-Standing Silicon Nanoparticles for Future Energy Applications},
  abstract = {Silicon nanoparticles (Si-NPs) are considered as possible candidates for a wide spectrum of future technological applications. Research in the last decades has shown that plasmas are one of the most suitable environments for the synthesis of Si-NPs. This review discusses the unique size-dependent features of Si-NPs, and the fundamental mechanisms of nanoparticle formation in plasmas by highlighting major plasma synthesis techniques. In addition, the routes to achieve control on Si-NP morphology and chemistry in plasma environments will be discussed. We will review recent advancements in solar cell and lithium-ion battery applications of gas-phase plasma synthesized Si-NPs by highlighting key results from the literature. We will discuss further technological applications, where gas-phase plasma synthesized Si-NPs can contribute, like water splitting and thermoelectrics.
},
  year = {2016},
  journal = {Plasma Processes and Polymers},
  volume = {13},
  pages = {19-53},
  doi = {10.1002/ppap.201500197},
  language = {eng},
}