A. S. Azhgalieva, B. S. Redkin, E. B. Borisenko, N. N. Kolesnikov
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Abstract
Rare earth molybdates are used in modern technology due to their unique scintillation, nonlinear optical, and ferroelectric properties. These properties can be modified by altering the composition of these compounds. K5Gd(1 ‒ x)Hox(MoO4)4 (х = 0.04–0.06) crystals were synthesized, and their optical properties were studied using X-ray diffraction and spectroscopy in the ultraviolet (UV), visible, and infrared (IR) regions of the electromagnetic spectrum. The concentration of holmium, x = 0.04–0.06, providing high optical characteristics of the material was established. Optical spectroscopy was also used to calculate the band gap. The crystal orientation was determined, structural defects were investigated, and dislocation density was estimated. The grown crystals exhibited high transmission of ultraviolet, visible, and infrared radiation, making them suitable for various applications. They also demonstrated excellent resistance to moisture, making them a promising material for use in harsh environments.
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Journal of Surface Investigation: X-ray, Synchrotron and Neutron Techniques publishes original articles on the topical problems of solid-state physics, materials science, experimental techniques, condensed media, nanostructures, surfaces of thin films, and phase boundaries: geometric and energetical structures of surfaces, the methods of computer simulations; physical and chemical properties and their changes upon radiation and other treatments; the methods of studies of films and surface layers of crystals (XRD, XPS, synchrotron radiation, neutron and electron diffraction, electron microscopic, scanning tunneling microscopic, atomic force microscopic studies, and other methods that provide data on the surfaces and thin films). Articles related to the methods and technics of structure studies are the focus of the journal. The journal accepts manuscripts of regular articles and reviews in English or Russian language from authors of all countries. All manuscripts are peer-reviewed.