Synthesis Strategies of 2D Boron Nanosheets: Computational or Theoretical Route and Experimental Approaches

Two-dimensional (2D) materials have garnered significant interest in recent years due to their unique and outstanding electrical, mechanical, and optical properties. 2D boron nanosheets have emerged as promising candidates for a variety of applications due to their unique and tunable properties. This book chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the methods used to create and develop 2D boron nanosheets. The chapter discusses the theoretical and computational methods that have been used to study 2D boron nanosheets. We examine the theoretical underpinnings of the prediction of the boron structure, emphasizing the significance of first-principles computations and molecular dynamics simulations. The topic effortlessly shifts to experimental procedures, including chemical vapor deposition, physical vapor deposition, and solution-based methods used to construct 2D boron nanosheets. Additionally, we highlighted the connections between synthesis, structure, and property and provided insights into the difficulties and opportunities of designing 2D boron materials for a variety of applications. This chapter tries to bridge the gap between theoretical predictions and experimental reality by offering a thorough overview of the most recent techniques for creating 2D boron nanosheets.