Principles and Applications of Organic Light Emitting Diodes (OLEDs)

Organic Light Emitting Diodes (OLEDs) are increasingly finding applications in solid-state lighting, medical devices and displays – most-recently smart-phone screens. However, the luminescent properties of organic semiconductor materials are still being investigated and new applications developed. Principles and applications of Organic Light Emitting Diodes (OLEDs) explores the ways in which the development of organic semiconductor materials is opening up new applications in electronic and optoelectronic luminescent devices.   The book begins by covering the principles of luminescence and the luminescent properties of organic semiconductors. It goes on to cover the development of luminescent materials for OLEDs, discussing the advantages and disadvantages of organic versus inorganic luminescent materials. The fabrication and characterization of OLEDs is covered in detail, including information on and comparisons of vacuum deposition and solution techniques. Finally, applications of OLEDs are explored, including OLEDs in solid-state lighting, coloured lighting, displays, and potential future applications such as ultra-thin and flexible technologies.  This book is an excellent resource both for experts and newcomers to the field of organic optoelectronics and OLEDs. It is ideal for scientists working on optical devices, lighting, display and imaging technologies, and for all those engaged in research in photonics, luminescence and optical materials. Provides a one-stop guide to OLED technology for the benefit of newcomers to the field of organic optoelectronicsSystematically and comprehensively covers the luminescent properties of organic semiconductors and their development into OLED materialsOffers practical information on OLED fabrication and their applications in solid-state lighting and displays, making this essential reading for optoelectronics engineers as well as materials scientists