• Journal of Radiation Research and Radiation Processing
  • Vol. 42, Issue 5, 050801 (2024)
Maoyang PENG1,2, Dechao MENG1,*, and Zhengping FU2
Author Affiliations
  • 1Microsystem and Terahertz Research Center, Institute of Electronic Engineering,China Academy of Engineering Physics, Mianyang 621999, China
  • 2College of Nanoscience and Technology, University of Science and Technology of China, Suzhou 215123, China
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    DOI: 10.11889/j.1000-3436.2024-0024 Cite this Article
    Maoyang PENG, Dechao MENG, Zhengping FU. Neutron irradiation related interfacial defects in lead zirconate titanate thick film[J]. Journal of Radiation Research and Radiation Processing, 2024, 42(5): 050801 Copy Citation Text show less

    Abstract

    In this paper, we focus on the neutron irradiation effect on lead zirconate titanate (PZT) piezoelectric thick film with a thickness of 5 μm. The selected fluxes are at relatively low fluxes, including 4 kinds of 0 cm-2, 1011 cm-2, 1012 cm-2, 1013 cm-2. The key properties of the samples have been systematically characterized, especially the interface defect (energy level, concentration, and capture cross-section) using deep level transient spectroscopy (DLTS). It benefits the throughout understanding of the role of interface defects on the overall properties of PZT a lot. The results showed that neutron irradiation at 1011 cm-2 increased the activation energy of interface defects in the PZT thick film from 0.9 eV to 1.6 eV. This is a significant factor leading to an 11.2% reduction in polarization intensity, a decrease in dielectric constant, and an increase in leakage current. The degree of impact is positively correlated with the irradiation fluence. The results of this study have important reference significance for the application of piezoelectric materials and devices in irradiated environments.
    Maoyang PENG, Dechao MENG, Zhengping FU. Neutron irradiation related interfacial defects in lead zirconate titanate thick film[J]. Journal of Radiation Research and Radiation Processing, 2024, 42(5): 050801
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