Schottky Barriers Based on Nanoporous InP with Gold Nanoparticles

Abstract

Schottky barrier structures based on nanoporous InP with inclusion of Au nanoparticles and evaporated semitransparent Au film have been made. The spectra of short-circuit photocurrent in the visible range and current-voltage characteristics have been measured. Prepared structures are characterized by increased photocurrent due to the microrelief interface and surface plasmon excitation in gold nanoparticles as well as increased surface recombination especially in the short wavelength region.