ISSN:
1573-4803
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Production Engineering, Mining and Metallurgy, Traffic Engineering, Precision Mechanics
Notes:
Abstract In this study, FexTi1-xMxO2 (M=Nb, Ta; 0≤x≤0.5) solid solutions have been synthesized from both ceramic and gel methods, and electrical and structural characterization hasbeen carried out. The solid solutions show rutile structure except for the case of FeNbO4, which forms an orthorhombic structure. The electrical behaviour of the system studied corresponds to extrinsic p-type semiconduction and it is related to the presence of Fe(II) ions. Conductivity is enhanced by local distortions of the M–O lengths associated with ordering oxidation states such as those in Fe3O4. The distortions are more frequent when the asymmetry is greater (M=Nb). No electrical changes have been detected when the synthesis method is different. © 1998 Kluwer Academic Publishers
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1023/A:1004434009509
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