Colossal Figure of Merit in Transparent‐Conducting Metallic Ribbon Networks

Abstract

An inexpensive, simultaneously transparent and highly conducting metallic network can be made by electroplating the metallic ribbon networks obtained with the self-cracking methods. This process combination results in a transparent network with ultralow resistance and good transparency, with the highest reported figure of merit of over 30 000. This network can be used as high performance window electrode for light emitting diodes and solar cells. As a service to our authors and readers, this journal provides supporting information supplied by the authors. Such materials are peer reviewed and may be re-organized for online delivery, but are not copy-edited or typeset. Technical support issues arising from supporting information (other than missing files) should be addressed to the authors. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.