Theoretical study on charge transfer properties of triphenylamino-ethynyl Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon derivatives

Abstract

This study systematically investigates the regulation mechanisms of backbone topology (tri-/tetracyclic arenes), substitution positions, and functional groups on charge transport properties through molecular design of triphenylamine-ethynylene fused acene derivatives. By integrating Marcus charge transfer theory with kinetic Monte Carlo simulations, we demonstrate that sulfur-doped tricyclic arene backbones (benzodithiophene and anthracene) effectively suppress high-frequency vibrational modes reducing reorganization energy to 146.1 meV. Concurrent optimization of intermolecular $\pi$-$\pi$ slippage enhances 2D hole mobility. Notably, asymmetric charge transport pathways in 2,7-disubstituted pyrene(27DTEP) decrease transfer integrals by 34%, while 1,6-substitution (16DTEP)reconstructs HOMO orbital distribution and induces rotational stacking, boosting transfer integrals by 28% and improving mobility isotropy. We further propose a "backbone-functional group synergy" strategy, revealing that concentrated orbital localization on the backbone amplifies transfer integral gains, outweighing the 38% increase in reorganization energy and significantly enhancing mobility. These findings establish a theoretical framework and quantitative model for the rational design of high-mobility organic ultraviolet photodetectors.