Abstract This work reviews the applications of thin film nanocomposites for renewable energy. Current and futures research directions in this area are explored. Relevant characteristics required for optimal performance and various fabrication methods in renewable energy area discussed. Evolution of size dependent properties and quantum effects of nanoparticles in thin film nanocomposites and their impact renewable energy technologies are considered. These properties include, optical, mechanical, electrical, magnetic behavior and photochemical/catalytic properties as well as high stability against corrosion, and non-toxicity. How dispersion of nanoparticles affects the viscosity, fracture toughness and the fracture energy and in turn impact the longevity and mechanical property of thin film composites is reviewed. Deliberated.

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用于可再生能源现状和挑战的薄膜纳米复合器件

摘要 这项工作回顾了薄膜纳米复合材料在可再生能源中的应用。探讨了该领域当前和未来的研究方向。讨论了可再生能源领域最佳性能和各种制造方法所需的相关特性。考虑了薄膜纳米复合材料中纳米粒子的尺寸相关特性和量子效应的演变及其对可再生能源技术的影响。这些特性包括光学、机械、电学、磁学特性和光化学/催化特性以及高抗腐蚀稳定性和无毒性。综述了纳米粒子的分散如何影响粘度、断裂韧性和断裂能，进而影响薄膜复合材料的寿命和机械性能。深思熟虑。