Manganese (Mn) doping effects on the structure and surface characteristics of copper zinc tin sulphide (CZTS) transition metal sulphides synthesised via a sol–gel method
This research aims to explore the effects of manganese doping on CZTS structure and properties.
Synthesis of CZTS using a sol–gel method.
Doping with manganese ions at zinc sites.
Analysis of structural parameters and lattice characteristics.
Manganese doping induces lattice expansion in CZTS.
Modifications in structural parameters are observed.
Enhanced performance in energy-related applications is indicated.
Abstract
Doping of larger Mn ions at Zn sites in CZTS induces lattice expansion and modifies structural parameters, leading to improved performance in energy-related applications.