An easy way to controllably synthesize one-dimensional SmB<sub>6</sub> topological insulator nanostructures and exploration of their field emission applications

An easy way to controllably synthesize one-dimensional SmB₆ topological insulator nanostructures and exploration of their field emission applications

Yang Xun, Gan Hai-Bo, Tian Yan, Xu Ning-Sheng, Deng Shao-Zhi, Chen Jun, Chen Huanjun, Liang Shi-Dong, Liu Fei^†

(a), (b) Side- and top-view SEM images of the SmB₆ nanowires. (c), (d) Typical morphology images of the SmB₆ nanopencils. The insets are high-magnification cross-sectional images.