Defect- and Doping-Modulated Nanowires In Situ Grown on Carbonized Silk for Water Evaporation, Electricity Generation, and UV Sensing

Key Points

• This research aims to develop nanowire-based devices for efficient water evaporation, electricity generation, and UV sensing.
• Devices made from -P nanowires were grown in situ on carbonized silk.
• Output voltage and current were measured under various conditions, including encapsulation with plastic film.
• The device achieved an open-circuit voltage of 868.5 mV and a short-circuit current of 18.6 μA.
• Encapsulated devices generated a sustained output voltage of approximately 962 mV for over 80 hours.
• The devices successfully detected ultraviolet radiation, showcasing their multifunctionality.