Alteration of the Aggregation Stability of Quantum Dots by Irradiation

摘要

The influence of weak irradiation on the aggregation stability of quantum dots is considered. It was shown that under combined UV and visible light irradiation, a gradual increase in spontaneous aggregation takes place, testifying decrease in stabilizing potential barrier height. Thereby, the laser-induced controllable self-assembly of CdTe QDs is recommended to be performed over a time period between 80 and 100 min after the beginning of low intensity irradiation under conditions equivalent to those applied in this study.