Effect of solvent and voltage on anodization of Nb2O5 films

Abstract

This work reports the optimization of chemical anodization process to achieve highly ordered porous structures of niobium oxide (Nb2O5) films. Nb2O5 has been synthesized by anodized niobium foil in fluoride ion based solution. Anodization parameters such as type of solvent and voltage are investigated to determine the conditions for optimal film growth. The structure and morphology of the porous Nb2O5 were characterized using FESEM and XRD techniques.This work reports the optimization of chemical anodization process to achieve highly ordered porous structures of niobium oxide (Nb2O5) films. Nb2O5 has been synthesized by anodized niobium foil in fluoride ion based solution. Anodization parameters such as type of solvent and voltage are investigated to determine the conditions for optimal film growth. The structure and morphology of the porous Nb2O5 were characterized using FESEM and XRD techniques.