Thermoelectric properties and microstructure of large-grain Mg2Sn doped with Ag

2009 ◽  
Vol 1166 ◽  
Author(s):  
Haiyan Chen ◽  
Nick Savvides
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Electrical Conductivity ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
Silver Content ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Thermoelectric Power Factor ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Maximum Value ◽  
Vertical Bridgman ◽  
Scanning Electron

AbstractMg2Sn ingots, doped p-type by the addition of 0–1.0 at. % Ag, were prepared by the vertical Bridgman method at growth rates ∼0.1 mm/min. The crystalline quality and microstructure of ingots were analyzed by X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy. The single-phase Mg2Sn ingots consist of highly oriented large grains. Measurements of the Hall coefficient, Seebeck coefficient α, and electrical conductivity σ in the temperature range 80–700 K were conducted to study the dependence on the silver content, and to determine the thermoelectric power factor α2σ which reached a maximum value 2.4×10-3 W m-1 K-2 at 410 K for 1.0 at.% Ag content.

scholarly journals Structural, Dielectric and Electrical Properties of Fe Doped La0.7Ba0.3MnO3Solid Solutions for Cathode Materials

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 7313-7317
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Electrical Conductivity ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Solid State Method ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Conventional Solid State Method ◽  
Density Values ◽  
State Method ◽  
Scanning Electron

The solid solutions of (La0.7Ba0.3)(FexMn1-x )O3 where x = 0.1 - 0.5 ceramics were synthesized by conventional solid-state method. The structural analysis was done by X-Ray diffraction technique and the results have revealed that all the samples were crystallized into a single phase. The surface morphology was done by Scanning Electron Microscopy and the micrographs clearly indicate decreased grain size with the increasing Fe - concentration. The density of the prepared samples was done using Archimedes principle and the density values were found to be in decreasing order, which is well in agreement with the microstructure relationship. The dielectric and impedance properties have been studied at different ranges of frequency and temperature. The electrical conductivity values were found to be greater than 100 Scm-1 , which suggests it to suitable cathode material of SOFCs

Crystal Chemistry and Phase Equilibrium Studies of the Bao(baco3)‐r2o3‐cuo Systems. V. Melting Relations in ba2(y,nd,eu)cu3o6+x

1989 ◽  
Vol 169 ◽  
Author(s):  
Winnie Wong‐Ng ◽  
Lawrence P. Cook ◽  
Michael D. Hill ◽  
Boris Paretzkin ◽  
E.R. Fuller
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Equilibrium Studies ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Helium Gas ◽  
Ionic Size ◽  
Differential Thermogravimetric Analysis ◽  
Melting Relations ◽  
Scanning Electron

AbstractThe influence of the ionic size of the lanthanides R on melting relations of Ba2RCu3O6+x, where R=Y, Eu and Nd, was studied and compared with that of a high Tc superconductor mixed‐lanthanide phase Ba2(Y.75Eu.125Nd 125)Cu3O6+xThese materials have been characterized by a variety of methods including differential thermogravimetric analysis (DTA), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) with energy dispersive X‐ray spectroscopy (EDX) and X‐ray powder diffraction. Single phase samples of Ba2(Y.75Eu.125Nd.125)Cu3O6+x were annealed at 1004, 1040, 1052, 1060, 1078, 1107 and 1160°C and quenched into a helium gas container cooled by liquid nitrogen. The SEM micrographs of these samples showed the progressive chnages in features of the microstructures from sintering and grain growth through melting and then recrystallization from the melt. The addition of the SEM technique in conjunction with X‐ray diffraction has been helpful in the study of phase equilibria in this system.

Nanocrystalline Barium Zirconium Titanate Synthesized by the Sonochemical Process

2013 ◽  
Vol 802 ◽  
pp. 119-123
Author(s):  
Supamas Wirunchit ◽  
Rangson Muanghlua ◽  
Supamas Wirunchit ◽  
Wanwilai Vittayakorn ◽  
Naratip Vittayakorn
Keyword(s):  
Crystal Structure ◽  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Reaction Time ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
Zirconium Titanate ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Large Particles ◽  
Barium Zirconium Titanate ◽  
Scanning Electron

Nanocrystalline barium zirconium titanate, BaZr0.4Ti0.6O3, was synthesized successfully via the sonochemical process. The effects of reaction time on the precipitation of Ba(Zr,Ti)O3 particles were investigated briefly. The crystal structure as well as molecular vibrations and morphology were investigated. X-ray diffraction indicated that the powders exhibited a single phase perovskite structure, without the presence of pyrochlore or unwanted phases at the reaction time of 60 min. Nanocrystals were formed before being oriented and aggregated into large particles in aqueous solution under ultrasonic irradiation. A scanning electron microscopy (SEM) photograph showed the BZT powder as spherical in shape with uniform nanosized features.

Influence of Annealing Time on Microstructure of Ni-W Alloys

2013 ◽  
Vol 747-748 ◽  
pp. 613-618
Author(s):  
Qiao Zhang ◽  
Shu Hua Liang ◽  
Chen Zhang ◽  
Jun Tao Zou
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Solid Solution ◽  
Grain Size ◽  
Grain Boundaries ◽  
Annealing Time ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Average Grain Size ◽  
Scanning Electron

The as-cast Ni-W alloys with 15wt%W, 25wt%W and 30wt%W were annealed in hydrogen at 1100. The effect of the annealing time on the microstructure of Ni-W alloys was studied, and the phase constituents and microstructure of annealed Ni-W alloys were characterized by the X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The results showed that no any phase changed for Ni-15%W, Ni-25%W and Ni-30%W alloys annealed for 60 min, 90 min and 150 min, which were still consisted of single-phase Ni (W) solid solution. However, microstructure had a significant change after annealing. With increase of annealing time, the microstructure of Ni-15%W alloy became more uniform after annealing for 90 min, and the average grain size was 95μm, whereas the grain size of Ni-15%W alloy increased significantly after annealing for 150 min. For Ni-25%W and Ni-30%W, there was no obvious change on the grain size with increase of annealing time, and the amount of oxides at grain boundaries gradually reduced. After annealing for 150 min, the impurities at grain boundaries almost disappeared. Subsequently, the annealing at 1100 for 150 min was beneficial for the desired microstructure of Ni-25%W and Ni-30%W alloys.

Synthesis of Ti3Si0.4Al0.8C1.8 Solid Solution

2008 ◽  
Vol 368-372 ◽  
pp. 995-997
Author(s):  
Cui Wei Li ◽  
Hong Xiang Zhai ◽  
Yang Zhou ◽  
Shi Bo Li ◽  
Zhi Li Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Solid Solution ◽  
Scanning Electron Microscopy ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
Lattice Parameters ◽  
Molar Ratio ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Powder Mixtures ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Scanning Electron

In this study, free Ti/Si/Al/C powder mixtures with molar ratio of 3:0.4:0.8:1.8 were heated in Argon with various schedules, in order to reveal the possibility for the synthesis of Ti3Si0.4Al0.8C1.8 solid solution powder. X-ray diffraction (XRD) was used for the evaluation of phase identities of the powder after different treatments. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) was used to observe the morphology of the Ti3Si0.4Al0.8C1.8 solid solution. XRD results showed that predominantly single phase samples of Ti3Si0.4Al0.8C1.8 was prepared after heating at 1400oC for 5 min in Argon and the lattice parameters of Ti3Si0.4Al0.8C1.8 lay between those of Ti3SiC2 and Ti3AlC2.

Synthesis, Phase Formation and Characterization of Co4Nb2O9 Powders Synthesized by Solid-State Reaction

2008 ◽  
Vol 55-57 ◽  
pp. 873-876 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. Chaiyo ◽  
R. Muanghlua ◽  
A. Ruangphanit ◽  
Wanwilai C. Vittayakorn ◽  
Naratip Vittayakorn
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Solid State ◽  
Solid State Reaction ◽  
Dwell Time ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Xrd Techniques ◽  
Scanning Electron

A corundum-type structure of cobalt niobate (Co4Nb2O9) has been synthesized by a solid-state reaction. The formation of the Co4Nb2O9 phase in the calcined powders was investigated as a function of calcination conditions by differential thermal analysis (DTA) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) techniques. Morphology and particle size have been determined by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). It was found that the minor phases of unreacted Co3O4 tend to form together with the columbite CoNb2O6 phase at a low calcination temperature and short dwell time. It seems that the single-phase of Co4Nb2O9 in a corundum phase can be obtained successfully at the calcination conditions of 900°C for 60 min, with heating/cooling rates of 20°C /min.

Crystal Structure of BiFeO3 Synthesized Using the Hydrothermal Processing

2014 ◽  
Vol 602-603 ◽  
pp. 947-950
Author(s):  
Zhen Wang ◽  
Hai Yan Chen ◽  
Lin Qiang Gao ◽  
Xin Zou
Keyword(s):  
Crystal Structure ◽  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Thermal Analysis ◽  
Scanning Electron Microscopy ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
Hydrothermal Processing ◽  
Optimal Conditions ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Scanning Electron

BiFeO3 nanoparticles were successfully synthesized by a hydrothermal method by a mineralizer (KNO3). Structural characterization was performed by thermal analysis, powder X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scanning electron microscopy (TEM).The results showed that the products were perovskite structure BiFeO3 powders. Optimal conditions for the synthesis of single-phase BiFeO3 ceramics were obtained.

FABRICATION AND CHARACTERISTICS OF ALN NANOWIRES

2001 ◽  
Vol 15 (30) ◽  
pp. 1455-1458 ◽  
Author(s):  
H. CHEN ◽  
X. K. LU ◽  
S. Q. ZHOU ◽  
X. H. HAO ◽  
Z. X. WANG
Keyword(s):  
Crystal Structure ◽  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Transmission Electron Microscopy ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Selected Area Electron Diffraction ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Sublimation Method ◽  
Scanning Electron

Single phase AlN nanowires are fabricated by a sublimation method. They were characterized by means of X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), typical selected area electron diffraction (SAED) and high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM). The SEM and TEM images show that most of the nanowires have diameters of about 10–60 nm. The crystal structure of AlN nanowires revealed by XRD, SAED and HRTEM shows the AlN nanowires have a wurtzite structure.

Effects of V2O5 on the synthesis of Ba2Ti9O20 powders

2005 ◽  
Vol 20 (10) ◽  
pp. 2741-2744 ◽  
Author(s):  
Huixing Lin ◽  
Wei Chen ◽  
Lan Luo
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Solid Solution ◽  
Scanning Electron Microscopy ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Eutectic Liquid ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Intermediate Phases ◽  
Phase Pure ◽  
Scanning Electron

Phase-pure Ba2Ti9O20 powders were made by doping 3 wt% of V2O5 to a Ba:Ti = 2:9 molar composition, and the effects of the dopant on the phase formation were investigated. The study shows that BaTiO3, BaTi2O5, and BaTi4O9 were the intermediate phases before the formation of Ba2Ti9O20 for samples with or without V2O5. However, with V2O5 doping, the temperature at which Ba2Ti9O20 occurred were lowered from 1150 to 1050 °C and single phase Ba2Ti9O20 powders was easily obtained at 1150 °C for 2 h. Microstructure of the powders was examined by field emission scanning electron microscopy. No evidence of V2O5–Ba2Ti9O20 solid-solution was found by x-ray diffraction and energy-dispersive spectroscopy. The benefit of V2O5 to facilitate the Ba2Ti9O20 synthesis is most probably due to a vanadium-containing eutectic liquid phase which accelerates the migration of reactant species.

Preparation of Ta-Nb Alloy Powder by Electro-deoxidation of Ta2O5/Nb2O5 Mixture in a CaCl2-NaCl Eutectic Melt

2010 ◽  
Vol 160-162 ◽  
pp. 1131-1135 ◽  
Author(s):  
Qian Xu ◽  
Carsten Schwandt ◽  
Derek J. Fray
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Alloy Powder ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
Metallic Materials ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Reduced Products ◽  
Wide Particle Size Distribution ◽  
Scanning Electron ◽  
Eutectic Melt

Powders of tantalum, niobium and an alloy thereof have been prepared by the electro-deoxidation of their oxide precursors in a eutectic melt of CaCl2-NaCl at 1098 K. The reduced products were characterised by X-ray diffraction analysis, scanning electron microscopy, energy dispersive X-ray analysis, and quantitative oxygen analysis. All metallic materials were of high purity and had porous nodular microstructures. The alloy powders were single phase, with a relatively wide particle size distribution and some variation in the local Ta-to-Nb ratio. The oxygen contents of the products were below 5000 ppm by mass.

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