Session: 18-01: Advanced Materials for Sustainability

Paper Number: 155257

155257 - Optimizing Borophene and Mos₂ Semiconductors for Low-Cost Clean Energy Production: A Dft Approach 

Abstract: 

It is essential to innovate and produce more efficient materials. Considering this global demand, we have combined Borophene and MoS₂ materials to discover a new effective semiconductor material with high conductivity. The extensive surface area, mechanical adaptability, and excellent electrical conductivity of borophene make it a highly suitable material for semiconductor applications. To analyze the electronic properties, like bandstructure, density of states, and adsorption capacity of this composite material, we used Density Functional Theory (DFT). The amalgamation of borophene and MoS2 enhances charge transfer capacity and pyroelectric properties, making it an ideal semiconductor material. Band structure is essential for the efficiency of semiconductor devices. The interfacial properties of the Borophene-MoS₂ heterostructure is studied to prevent possible obstacles that limit carriers' mobility. This study uses DFT simulations analyzed to improve charge transfer efficiency and material performance in semiconductor applications. By revealing how to design innovative materials for semiconductor materials, this research will help create cost-effective and high-performance.

Keywords: Borophene, MoS₂, Semiconductor Materials, Density Functional Theory (DFT), Carrier Mobility, Advanced Materials.

Presenting Author: Rajib Nandee Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology

Presenting Author Biography: Rajib Nandee is an accomplished professional in advanced manufacturing and materials science, with a particular focus on nanotechnology and energy storage solutions. His expertise spans a wide range of cutting-edge fields, including graphene, borophene, MXenes, hydrogen storage, and nanocomposites. With a PhD from Dhaka University of Engineering & Technology (DUET), his research contributions are extensive, including the fabrication of graphene materials with larger energy bandgaps for enhanced semiconductor properties. Rajib has a strong background in experimental design, having developed several specialized devices such as planetary ball mills, microbial fuel cells, and electrospinning machines. His work, under the mentorship of Prof. Dr. Mohammad Asaduzzaman Chowdhury, has directly contributed to the advancement of sustainable energy and nanomaterial applications.

Beyond his research, Rajib's career in industry is equally impressive, where he has held senior leadership positions at leading organizations such as NR Group and Esquire Group. As the Head of Utility & Maintenance, he has overseen large-scale engineering operations, leading initiatives to optimize energy consumption, improve operational efficiency, and align with decarbonization goals. His strategic expertise in maintenance programs, coupled with his proficiency in various design software and programming languages, makes him a well-rounded engineer dedicated to driving innovation in both academia and industry. Rajib is also a member of renowned professional bodies such as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE).