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Abstract This paper discussed the neutron and gamma rays shielding characteristics of PVB/Bi2O3@BaZrO3 nanocomposite films. The EDX, FTIR, and XRD patterns affirmed the successful preparation of the nanocomposite films. The… Click to show full abstract
Abstract This paper discussed the neutron and gamma rays shielding characteristics of PVB/Bi2O3@BaZrO3 nanocomposite films. The EDX, FTIR, and XRD patterns affirmed the successful preparation of the nanocomposite films. The increase of the BaZrO3@Bi2O3 content reduces the films' optical bandgap. While, the Urbach energy values of PVB/Bi2O3@BaZrO3 nanocomposite films enhanced with increasing Bi2O3@BaZrO3 content. Further, we examined the mechanical characteristics of the nanocomposite films. Besides, Phy-X/PSD software was used to compare the experimental gamma-ray attenuation data with theoretical values. Overall, the PVB/(Bi2O3@BaZrO3) composite films are suitable as gamma radiation shielding materials.
Journal Title: Materials Chemistry and Physics
Year Published: 2021
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