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Modulating phononic landscapes: The role of silicon ion bombardment in tailoring Si/Si+Ge and SiO2/SiO2+Ge superlattices for advanced neutron superreflector applications

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This study examines the impact of silicon ion bombardment on the phononic properties of Si/Si+Ge and SiO2/SiO2+Ge superlattices to enhance neutron superreflector technology. Using precise ion implantation and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy, we observed alterations in transverse and longitudinal optical phonon modes. The Si/Si+Ge system showed significant redshifts and intensity changes, while SiO2/SiO2+Ge exhibited increased lattice disorder and peak broadening. These findings underscore ion bombardment's potential to optimize phononic landscapes for improved nuclear reactor safety and efficiency through advanced phonon engineering.

Source: Chemical Physics Impact

DOI: 10.1016/j.chphi.2024.100731

Authors: Clyde Varner, Jonathan Lassiter, Satilmis Budak

Institution: Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University

Language: English

Topic: Ion-surface interactions and analysis

Subfield: Computational Mechanics

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,280

OpenAlex ID: W4402635134

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