研究目的
Investigating the effect of the degree of crystallinity and distribution of grain sizes in Fe2Si thin films on magnetic, photoelectrical, and adhesive properties under various thicknesses and post-annealing conditions.
研究成果
Fe2Si films exhibit enhanced crystallinity and larger grain sizes with increased thickness and post-annealing, leading to higher low-frequency magnetic susceptibility and lower resistivity due to magneto-crystalline anisotropy of the (102) peak. Transmittance decreases with thickness and annealing, while adhesion is strongest for as-deposited films with lower crystallinity. Optimal properties are achieved at specific thicknesses: 600 nm for magnetic applications and 100 nm for optical applications, with 300 nm providing the best adhesion.
研究不足
The study is limited to Fe2Si films on glass substrates with specific thicknesses and annealing conditions; results may not generalize to other materials or substrates. The χac measurements are comparative (arbitrary units) and rely on calibration with a standard sample. Optical transmittance was measured only in the visible range (400-1000 nm), and adhesion was inferred from surface energy without direct mechanical testing.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
The study involved sputtering Fe2Si films onto glass substrates under three conditions (as-deposited at RT, post-annealed at 150°C for 1h, and post-annealed at 250°C for 1h) with thicknesses from 100 nm to 600 nm. XRD was used to analyze structure, Scherrer's formula for grain size, χac analyzer for magnetic susceptibility, four-point sheet resistance meter for resistivity, Spectra Smart Analyzer for transmittance, and contact angle measurements for surface energy.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
Fe2Si films were deposited using a DC magnetron sputtering system with a target composition ratio of Fe/Si about 2:1, verified by EDX.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
DC magnetron sputtering system, XRD (Philips X'pert), χac analyzer (XacQuan, MagQu), four-point sheet resistance meter, Spectra Smart Analyzer, test liquids (water and diiodomethane) for contact angle measurements.
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
Films were sputtered with base pressure >2×10^-7 Torr, Ar working pressure 5×10^-3 Torr, sputtering power 150 W. Post-annealing was done at specified temperatures. Measurements were conducted at room temperature.
5:Data Analysis Methods:
Grain size calculated using Scherrer's formula from XRD FWHM, χac values in arbitrary units compared to a standard, resistivity and transmittance directly measured, surface energy calculated from contact angles using established methods.
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