Photo by samaustin from unsplash
Abstract We observe enhancements of both conductive and dielectric properties under UV illumination by using a ferroelectric absorber, potassium tantalate niobate (KTa1-xNbxO3, KTN). The UV-generated electron-hole pairs weaken the intrinsic… Click to show full abstract
Abstract We observe enhancements of both conductive and dielectric properties under UV illumination by using a ferroelectric absorber, potassium tantalate niobate (KTa1-xNbxO3, KTN). The UV-generated electron-hole pairs weaken the intrinsic ferroelectric polarization while enhance the conductive property. The UV-induced heat effect causes the enhancement of the dielectric property. The results are further confirmed by the maximal rectification ratio which shows an opposite trend between the direct heating process and the UV illumination. Our results are useful for better understanding of ferroelectric properties under UV illumination and the development of new optoelectronic devices.
Journal Title: Ceramics International
Year Published: 2021
Link to full text (if available)
Share on Social Media: Sign Up to like & get
recommendations!