{"title":"Color tuning of single-phased Ca9KMg(PO4)7:Sr2+, Eu2+, Mn2+ phosphor based on cation substitution and energy transfer for WLED applications","authors":"Kexu QIAN, Yumeng JIA, Zhongxiang SHI, Jing WANG, Yingnan DONG","doi":"10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181986","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181986","url":null,"abstract":"Utilizing the structural advantages of β-Ca<sub>3</sub>(PO<sub>4</sub>)<sub>2</sub> and a cation substitution strategy, the Ca<sub>8.96-<em>x</em></sub>Sr<sub><em>x</em></sub>KMg(PO<sub>4</sub>)<sub>7</sub>:0.04Eu<sup>2+</sup> series phosphors were synthesized to achieve directional control of CIE color coordinates. Structural refinement indicated that Sr<sup>2+</sup> substitution resulted in lattice expansion, while the 3.65<!-- --> <!-- -->eV band gap of the Ca<sub>7</sub>Sr<sub>2</sub>KMg(PO<sub>4</sub>)<sub>7</sub> matrix offered ideal sites for the activation of Eu<sup>2+</sup> ions. The system demonstrates broadband emission across the entire visible spectrum under 365<!-- --> <!-- -->nm excitation, with a full width at half maximum (FWHM) reaching 198<!-- --> <!-- -->nm. Continuous color tunability from cold white to warm white and yellow light is achieved by modulating the concentration of Sr<sup>2+</sup> doping. Crystal field theory, in conjunction with Gaussian fitting analysis, indicates that the multi-site occupation of Eu<sup>2+</sup> ions at the Ca3 (437<!-- --> <!-- -->nm), Ca2 (461<!-- --> <!-- -->nm), Ca1 (505<!-- --> <!-- -->nm), and K (573<!-- --> <!-- -->nm) sites is the primary mechanism responsible for spectral broadening. The incorporation of Mn<sup>2+</sup> facilitates an effective energy transfer channel between Eu<sup>2+</sup> and Mn<sup>2+</sup>, achieving an efficiency of 81.83% and broadening the luminescence spectrum into the red light region. The evaluation of quantum efficiency indicates that the Ca<sub>6.76</sub>Sr<sub>2</sub>KMg(PO<sub>4</sub>)<sub>7</sub>:0.04Eu<sup>2+</sup>, 0.20Mn<sup>2+</sup> co-doped system shows an increase in internal quantum efficiency (<em>IQE</em>) from 32.3% to 37.1% relative to the Eu<sup>2+</sup> singly-doped system, as well as an 18% enhancement in thermal stability at 423<!-- --> <!-- -->K. The encapsulated LED device exhibits superior performance (<em>Ra</em> = 92.9, <em>CCT</em> = 2496<!-- --> <!-- -->K), providing a novel approach to full-spectrum WLED design.","PeriodicalId":344,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Alloys and Compounds","volume":"13 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144521409","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Three-Dimensional Porous Ti-15Ta Alloy Surface Dual Passivation Mechanism: Synergy of Alkaline Heat Treatment and Biomineralization","authors":"Chao Gao, Jie Xu, Linlin Lu, Yi Liu","doi":"10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181897","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181897","url":null,"abstract":"To address the contradiction between mechanical adaptability and biological corrosion in existing titanium alloy implants, this study fabricated Ti-15Ta alloys with macro-micro-nano hierarchical porous structures using polyvinyl alcohol (PVA)-template-assisted powder metallurgy, with titanium and tantalum as raw materials. Alkaline heat treatment and biomineralization were applied to form a dual passivation layer of TiO<sub>2</sub>/Ta<sub>2</sub>O<sub>5</sub> and hydroxyapatite on the surface. Results showed that the sample with 15<!-- --> <!-- -->wt% PVA had a porosity of 51.5%, a compressive strength of 151.1<!-- --> <!-- -->MPa, and an elastic modulus of 18.8<!-- --> <!-- -->GPa, demonstrating good mechanical matching with cortical bone. After surface modification, the corrosion current density was as low as 5.15×10<sup>-6<!-- --> </sup>A·cm<sup>-2</sup>, and the polarization resistance reached 9.2×10<sup>3</sup> Ω·cm<sup>2</sup>, representing a decrease in corrosion current density by approximately two orders of magnitude compared to the original sample. The passivation potential range expanded from 0.1 to 1<!-- --> <!-- -->V, significantly enhancing corrosion resistance. This study proposes a dual-function strategy of \"porous mechanical adaptation - dual passivation layer anti-corrosion\" to ensure the long-term physiological stability.","PeriodicalId":344,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Alloys and Compounds","volume":"2 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144521403","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"DFT Insights into the electronic, optical, elastic, mechanical, and anisotropic profiles of 2D Ni2PS2 and Ni2PSe2","authors":"E Güler, Ş Uğur, M Güler, G Uğur","doi":"10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181993","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181993","url":null,"abstract":"We present a comprehensive investigation of the electronic, optical, elastic, mechanical, and anisotropic properties of 2D Ni<sub>2</sub>PS<sub>2</sub> and Ni<sub>2</sub>PSe<sub>2</sub> via density functional theory (DFT). The electronic band results indicate a metallic nature, predominantly governed by d-orbital contributions to the conductivity in both materials. Optical analysis reveals significant absorption, pronounced dielectric behavior, and substantial optical conductivity. These properties render the materials suitable for optoelectronic applications and as high-k dielectric alternatives. The optical profiles indicate a considerable capacity for utilization in energy storage applications, particularly in the domains of supercapacitors and battery electrodes. Ni<sub>2</sub>PSe<sub>2</sub> exhibits enhanced photon absorption in the infrared and visible spectra, resulting in enhanced carrier dynamics. Mechanical assessments verify their stability, which is supported by elastic stiffness constants that fulfill Born’s criteria. Both materials exhibit ductility, as confirmed by their high Pugh ratio and Poisson’s ratio values, ensuring their resilience in practical applications. Furthermore, Ni<sub>2</sub>PSe<sub>2</sub> displays pronounced elastic anisotropy, which is particularly advantageous for advanced technologies requiring directional mechanical performance. The present findings contribute to an enhanced comprehension of 2D metal phosphorous dichalcogenides, thereby expanding their potential applications in next-generation electronic, photonic, energy storage, and mechanically robust systems.","PeriodicalId":344,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Alloys and Compounds","volume":"64 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144521408","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Effect of ultrasonic frequency on the microstructure and properties of laser cladding chromium carbide reinforced nickel-based coatings","authors":"Li Jinhua, Guo Ang, Gong Lei, Yao Fangping","doi":"10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181769","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181769","url":null,"abstract":"Using ultrasound-assisted laser cladding technology, researchers prepared nickel-based chromium carbide coatings on H13 hot-work tool steel substrates. The present study investigated the effects of ultrasound frequency on the microstructure, mechanical properties, and wear characteristics of nickel-based chromium carbide coatings. The results demonstrated that the phase composition of nickel-based chromium carbide coatings prepared by laser cladding after ultrasonic treatment remained unchanged. Ultrasonic interference disrupted the Marangoni flow, leading to cavitation degassing and a subsequent decrease in porosity. The dilution rate increased from 11.2% to 16.3%, with surface flatness and defect suppression attaining optimal levels at 34 and 36<!-- --> <!-- -->kHz, respectively. Microscopically, at frequencies of 26 and 28<!-- --> <!-- -->kHz, columnar grains were refined to 13~15μm; at 32 and 34<!-- --> <!-- -->kHz, cavitation and acoustic flow synergized to form equiaxed grains of 3~5μm at the top; at 36<!-- --> <!-- -->kHz, the cavitation bubble radius and dendrite spacing were optimally matched, with columnar crystals refined to 3.5μm and equiaxed crystals reaching 2.1μm, accounting for 65% of the total. The high-frequency attenuation effect intensifies at frequencies above 38<!-- --> <!-- -->kHz, leading to a decline in refinement efficiency. The average microhardness of the coating increases with increasing ultrasonic frequency, from 597.9 HV<sub>0.5</sub> to 738.1 HV<sub>0.5</sub>. Following the application of 36<!-- --> <!-- -->kHz ultrasonic waves, the coating grains underwent refinement, the interface bonding experienced reinforcement, and the cavitation impact and acoustic flow effects diminished the martensitic flow and adhesion effects, thereby reducing pores and cracks. The grinding marks transformed deep and wide plow grooves to shallow and narrow plow marks, with the depth exhibiting a decrease from 99.3μm to 95.4μm and the width demonstrating a reduction from 1570.2μm to 1466.3μm. The phenomena of pile-up and peeling were almost eliminated. Ultrasonic processing achieves a transition from severe plastic deformation to mild plowing through a three-in-one mechanism of \"carbide refinement-interface metallurgical transformation-matrix strengthening,\" which significantly enhances the wear resistance and stability of the coating. Furthermore, ultrasonic vibration has been demonstrated to effectively reduce the formation of cracks in the cladding layer, enhancing its quality and extending the service life of components.","PeriodicalId":344,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Alloys and Compounds","volume":"26 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144521468","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jun Zhang, Ye Zhao, Yufan Shen, Xiaoli Gao, Jianchun Ma
{"title":"Strain–induced robust ferromagnetism and exchange bias effect in epitaxial LaMnO3/SrFeO2.5 bilayer","authors":"Jun Zhang, Ye Zhao, Yufan Shen, Xiaoli Gao, Jianchun Ma","doi":"10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181931","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181931","url":null,"abstract":"Exchange bias (EB), commonly observed at the interface between ferromagnetic (FM) and antiferromagnetic (AFM) materials, significantly impacts the performance of magnetic memory devices. Here, we employed A–type AFM LaMnO<sub>3</sub> (LMO) and G–type AFM SrFeO<sub>2.5</sub> (SFO) native materials as the research subjects, and constructed bilayers with reversed stacking sequences. When SFO was deposited preferentially, the ferromagnetism and EB effect of the SFO/LMO bilayer were relatively weak. Conversely, when LMO was deposited preferentially, the large tensile–strain provided by the SrTiO<sub>3</sub> (STO) substrate led to an increased presence of Mn<sup>4+</sup> ions within the LMO layer in the LMO/SFO bilayer, in which the double exchange mechanism of the Mn<sup>3+</sup>–O–Mn<sup>4+</sup> ions not only resulted in robust ferromagnetism but also coupled with SFO to generate a significant EB effect. Our research presents a strategy for modulating the magnetic properties and the coupling behavior at the heterogeneous interface via strain engineering, thus broadening the techniques for generating EB.","PeriodicalId":344,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Alloys and Compounds","volume":"19 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144521407","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Xiaoqian Jin, Zihan Wang, Han Hu, Ke Sun, Yanjie Liu, Yi Liu
{"title":"Ultra-high conductive copper with micron-grain and nano-twin microstructures prepared by electrodeposition","authors":"Xiaoqian Jin, Zihan Wang, Han Hu, Ke Sun, Yanjie Liu, Yi Liu","doi":"10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181805","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181805","url":null,"abstract":"The record-breaking ultra-conductive copper films with characterized microstructures of micron-sized grains and nano-twins (mGnT-Cu) were synthesized using a direct current electrodeposition method in this work. By optimizing pH, current density, and deposition time, the mGnT-Cu achieved the highest electrical conductivity of 103.8±0.8% IACS through four-probe measurement (111.7±1.49% IACS measured by eddy current method), which significantly surpassed other reported polycrystalline coppers, including oxygen-free copper (100.5% IACS) and nano-twin copper (96.9% IACS). Notably, the mGnT-Cu’s electronic conductivity is only 1.3% lower than that of single-crystal copper (SCC) with 105.2% IACS. However, its tensile strength of 283.8<!-- --> <!-- -->MPa is 2.2 times higher than that of SCC (128.5<!-- --> <!-- -->MPa). The electron backscattering diffraction and transmission electron microscopy revealed that the sample with the highest conductivity contained 48.2% twin layers with an average thickness of 55<!-- --> <!-- -->nm and a grain size of 1.12 μm, compared to the reported nano-twin copper with twin layer thickness of 27<!-- --> <!-- -->nm and a grain size of 400<!-- --> <!-- -->nm. The larger grain size and twin layer thickness of mGnT-Cu films are responsible for their ultra-high conductivity. This cost-effective electrodeposition method enables the large-scale production of ultra-high electroconductive Cu films for applications in electronics, transportation, and aerospace industries.","PeriodicalId":344,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Alloys and Compounds","volume":"3 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144521410","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yuanjin He, Junmin Ye, Xiujuan Qiu, Xiangyang Luo, Xuqiang Hao, Liwei Bao, Zhiliang Jin, Youji Li
{"title":"Synergistic etching-phosphorylation engineered hollow CoP photocatalysts for boosted photocatalytic hydrogen evolution","authors":"Yuanjin He, Junmin Ye, Xiujuan Qiu, Xiangyang Luo, Xuqiang Hao, Liwei Bao, Zhiliang Jin, Youji Li","doi":"10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181985","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181985","url":null,"abstract":"The recombination rate of photogenerated charge carriers and the light response capacity are pivotal factors influencing the photocatalytic activity of photocatalysts. In this work, a series of hollow-structured amorphous CoP photocatalysts (denoted as TA-CoP-x) with tunable bandgap structures were successfully synthesized by selective etching using tannic acid (TA) and gradient phosphorating for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution. The hollow architecture of CoP substantially increases the exposure of active sites and promotes proton diffusion dynamics, that favor proton reduction for enhancing photocatalytic hydrogen evolution. Bandgap structure analysis revealed that phosphatization induces a continuous negative shift in the conduction band of TA-CoP-x, thereby enhancing its proton reduction capability. The synergistic effect of the hollow structure and phosphorating enables TA-CoP-x with the ability to effectively separate and transfer photogenerated charge carriers while expanding the visible light absorption range, resulting in progressively enhanced photocatalytic activity. Consequently, TA-CoP-5 shows the highest hydrogen evolution rate of 13.59<!-- --> <!-- -->mmol<!-- --> <!-- -->g<sup>-1</sup> h<sup>-1</sup>, which is 3.29 times higher than that of the TA-ZIF-67. This work provides a new approach to design hollow CoP with different band gaps by combining chemical etching and phosphating for enhancing the photocatalytic efficiency.","PeriodicalId":344,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Alloys and Compounds","volume":"27 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144521418","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Dual-Coated Si Anode with Soft and Hard Carbon: A Strategy for Enhanced Electrochemical Performance","authors":"Yun A Kim, Seong Gyu Lim, Jae-won Lee","doi":"10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181996","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181996","url":null,"abstract":"Silicon (Si) has garnered significant attention as a next-generation anode material for lithium-ion batteries due to its high theoretical capacity (~4200 mAh g⁻¹), and low operating potential (~0.37<!-- --> <!-- -->V vs. Li/Li⁺). However, substantial volume expansion (~300%) during charge/discharge cycles leads to structural degradation and detachment from the current collector, resulting in rapid capacity fading. To address these challenges, we synthesized silicon anodes with a dual-layer carbon coating comprising hard carbon and soft carbon, using sucrose and pitch as precursors. We also investigated the impact of a caramelization process on carbon layer formation. The dual-layer carbon coating prevents direct contact between silicon and the electrolyte, reducing continuous electrolyte decomposition. It combines the excellent mechanical strength of hard carbon with the flexibility and superior electrical conductivity of soft carbon, effectively mitigating silicon’s volume expansion during cycling and enhancing its electrical conductivity. This synergy improves both the physical and electrochemical performance of the anodes. Various physical analyses (FE-SEM, TGA, BET/BJH, RAMAN) and electrochemical analyses (GCD, EIS, CV) validated these findings. Notably, the Si@pit/suc_cm sample with dual-layer carbon coating exhibited a 4.01% improvement in initial Coulombic efficiency at a 0.1 C-rate and a 27.38% enhancement in cycle life at a 1 C-rate over 100 cycles compared to bare Si. These results confirm the superior electrical conductivity and volume expansion suppression effect of the dual carbon coating.","PeriodicalId":344,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Alloys and Compounds","volume":"2 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144521467","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
, Muhammad Ismail, Ke Zhang, Dezhen Yang, Jiangding Huo, Zhiping Xiong
{"title":"The effect of prior FCC grain size on lamellar microstructure in Al10(CoFeNi1.5)90 high entropy alloy","authors":", Muhammad Ismail, Ke Zhang, Dezhen Yang, Jiangding Huo, Zhiping Xiong","doi":"10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.182002","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.182002","url":null,"abstract":"In high entropy alloys (HEAs), it is very difficult to achieve a suitable composition for eutectoid lamellar microstructure. In this work, Thermo-Calc (TCHEA3 database) was used to determine the phase transformation temperatures (solid solution and eutectoid reaction) for the Al<sub>10</sub>(CoFeNi<sub>1.5</sub>)<sub>90</sub> (at.%) HEA. The effect of heat treatment on grain growth and lamellar structure transformation was thoroughly investigated. The results showed that the lamellar structure formation is very fast at the initial stage and then becomes slower until it reaches the fraction defined by the lever rule. Furthermore, the transformation kinetics and the activation energy for lamellar structure were determined by using the Johnson-Mehl-Avrami-Kolmogorov (JMAK) and Arrhenius equations, correspondingly. The suitable prior grain size of face centred cubic structure for fast formation of lamellar microstructure is around 18<!-- --> <!-- -->µm. The activation energy for the grain growth for the temperatures range of 1010 ~ 1170 °C is 378.43<!-- --> <!-- -->KJ/mol. The intrinsic hardness <em>H</em><sub><em>0</em></sub>, and Hall-Petch co-efficient <em>K</em><sub><em>H</em></sub> were calculated from the slope of the Hall-Petch curve and are 114.59 H<sub>v</sub> and 149.48 H<sub>v</sub>.µm<sup>0.5</sup>, respectively. The activation energy for lamellar structure of two solid solutions (1050 °C for 10<!-- --> <!-- -->min and 1130 °C for 15<!-- --> <!-- -->mins) are 123.21 and 162.61<!-- --> <!-- -->KJ/mol, respectively.","PeriodicalId":344,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Alloys and Compounds","volume":"19 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144521466","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Enhanced Zero-Bias UV Detection via Pyroelectric-Photovoltaic Coupling in Single-Crystal Ga:ZnO-Based Photodetectors","authors":"Weisen Li, Xianfeng He, Rui Dai, Dan Zhang, Wei Zheng, Feng Huang","doi":"10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181983","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jallcom.2025.181983","url":null,"abstract":"In this work, a high-performance photoelectrochemical (PEC) ultraviolet photodetector based on a high-quality conductive bulk Ga:ZnO (GZO) single crystal is demonstrated, where the synergistic coupling of pyroelectric and photovoltaic effects significantly enhances carrier separation and collection efficiency at the semiconductor/electrolyte interface. Under zero bias and 257<!-- --> <!-- -->nm illumination (0.15<!-- --> <!-- -->mW/cm<sup>2</sup>), the device achieves high performance metrics, including a high UV-visible rejection ratio of 2.2×10<sup>3</sup>, a high photoresponsivity of 24.4<!-- --> <!-- -->mA/W, a fast decay time of 33 ms, and a specific detectivity of 6×10<sup>10</sup> Jones. Notably, the synergistic interaction between light-induced pyroelectric polarization and interfacial photovoltaic potential results in a 340% increase in the maximum transient photoresponsivity of the device over the steady state response under 257<!-- --> <!-- -->nm irradiation with 11.9<!-- --> <!-- -->mW/cm<sup>2</sup>. Benefiting from the low defect density and superior thermal stability of bulk GZO single crystals, the photodetector maintains reliable operation across a broad temperature range (30–75 ℃). Furthermore, the device successfully receives and transmits Morse code-encoded optical signals, demonstrating its significant potential in secure optical communication applications.","PeriodicalId":344,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Alloys and Compounds","volume":"12 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":6.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144521411","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}