Multifunctional 2D MoTe₂: Recent developments and future perspectives

Abstract Two-dimensional (2D) transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs), especially molybdenum ditelluride (MoTe 2 ), are an attractive topic in the modern era due to their unique properties. Although research progress on 2D materials has gained a lot of attention due to new synthesis methods and their extraordinary properties compared to their bulk counterparts, there is room for modification for large-scale production and tailoring the output performance in specific applications, such as solar cells, energy storage and conversion devices. Compared to other 2D TMDs, MoTe 2 offers a lower band gap, which in turn gives the possibility to replace Si in many applications. This review is an attempt to assemble and encapsulate the physical properties, recent developments in the fabrication of 2D MoTe 2 and its different applications in the field of batteries, transistors, energy conversion, solar cells, etc. This review will help to provide a deep insight into the research on MoTe 2 for modifying the structure and enhancing the properties of these layered materials.