The research present and the development trend of switchable window

摘要

An overview of one the most successful developed switchable windows based on conducting polymers, polythiophene and derivatives, which shows blue color, is presented. In addition, red and green color monomers and devices, a newly designed structure with an organic polymer as active layer and an inorganic carbon, metal or metal oxide working as counter part, and semi-solid electrolyte are developed. Several prototypes were fabricated for different applications in civil, industrial and military fields. Present and future applications for electrochromic window (ECW)that are discussed include large sized architectural and vehicle windows, visual display, camouflage textile and eye protection device.