Optoelectronic property modeling of carbon nanotubes grafted with gold nanoparticles.

A three-dimensional (3D) electrodynamic model is built using the finite-difference time-domain (FDTD) method to investigate the optical response of carbon nanotubes grafted with gold nanoparticles. Theoretical characterizations suggest an anisotropic response, in line with previously observed absorption peaks of such systems in the optical range. An investigation of geometric and wavelength dependences is conducted, predicting the ability to tune the sub-wavelength intensity enhancement for efficient localization and propagation. The support of electric field enhancement along the nanotube walls raises the possibility of utilizing such systems as plasmon generators and waveguides for optical signal propagation.