Effect of flux on the spark-plasma-sintering (SPS) of translucent YVO 4 :Nd 3+ ceramics: microstructural evolution and optical properties
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Enhanced optical properties of the (001) texture translucent YVO 4 :Nd 3+ ceramics can be achieved by adding LiVO 3 flux using a spark-plasma-sintering (SPS) technique. YVO 4 :Nd 3+ green body oriented along the (001) direction is successfully obtained from well-dispersed and highly stable YVO 4 :Nd 3+ suspension with suitable amount of LiVO 3 flux addition using 1wt% dispersant. The introduction of LiVO 3 flux can accelerate the sintering process and promote more effective densification during sintering. This ultimately leads to improved density of the YVO 4 :Nd 3+ ceramics compared to the sample without flux addition. The enhanced density, caused by the addition of the flux, finally results in the improved transmittance efficiency of the texture translucent YVO 4 :Nd 3+ ceramics.
Source: Optics Express
DOI: 10.1364/oe.574424
Institution: National Institute for Materials Science
Language: English
Subfield: Materials Chemistry
Field: Materials Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $2,270
OpenAlex ID: W4414466655