Sol-Gel-Synthesized Metal Oxide Nanostructures: Advancements and Prospects for Spintronic Applications-A Comprehensive Review.

Spintronics, an interdisciplinary field merging magnetism and electronics, has attracted considerable interest due to its potential to transform data storage, logic devices, and emerging quantum technologies. Among the materials explored for spintronic applications, metal oxide nanostructures synthesized via sol-gel methods offer a unique combination of low-cost processing, structural tunability, and defect-mediated magnetic control. This comprehensive review presents a critical overview of recent advances in sol-gel-derived magnetic oxides, such as Co-doped ZnO, LaSrMnO, FeO, NiFeO, and transition-metal-doped TiO, with emphasis on synthesis strategies, the dopant distribution, and room-temperature ferromagnetic behavior.

Sol-Gel Synthesis and Comprehensive Study of Structural, Electrical, and Magnetic Properties of BiBaO Perovskite.

In this study, BiBaO perovskite was successfully synthesized via the sol-gel method and thoroughly characterized to evaluate its structural, microstructural, dielectric, electrical, and magnetic properties. X-ray diffraction (XRD) confirmed the formation of a single-phase perovskite structure with high crystallinity. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) coupled with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) revealed a uniform grain morphology and elemental composition consistent with the intended stoichiometry.

Progress and Developments in the Fabrication and Characterization of Metal Halide Perovskites for Photovoltaic Applications.

Metal halide perovskites have emerged as a groundbreaking material class for photovoltaic applications, owing to their exceptional optoelectronic properties, tunable bandgap, and cost-effective fabrication processes. This review offers a comprehensive analysis of recent advancements in synthesis, structural engineering, and characterization of metal halide perovskites for efficient solar energy conversion. We explore a range of fabrication techniques, including solution processing, vapor deposition, and nanostructuring, emphasizing their impact on material stability, efficiency, and scalability.

Crystal Structural Characteristics and Electrical Properties of Novel Sol-Gel Synthesis of Ceramic BiBa(FeMn)O.

In this investigation, our primary objective is to explore the structural, morphological, and electrical characteristics of BiBa(FeMn)O ceramic material synthesized by the sol-gel method. The prepared sample underwent synthesis through the conventional sol-gel technique. Examination through X-ray diffraction (XRD) unveiled a well-defined rhombohedral structure within the R3´C space group.

Tailoring of structural, morphological, electrical, and magnetic properties of LaMn Fe O ceramics.

This study undertakes a comparative analysis of the structural, morphological, electrical, and magnetic characteristics of Fe-doped LaMnO ceramics. The solid-state reaction method was used to prepare Fe-doped LaMnO at different concentrations (0.00 ≤ ≤ 1.

Investigating Fe-doped BaNiMnFeO ( = 0, 0.2) ceramics: insights into electrical and dielectric behaviors.

This study investigates the characteristics of the BaNiMnFeO perovskite compound, focusing on its structural and electrical aspects under varying Fe doping levels at the Mn-site ( = 0, 0.2). X-ray diffraction patterns confirm the material's consistent structure, with Fe ions substituting Mn ions while maintaining their identical ionic radius.

Study of Electrical and Dielectric Behaviors of Copper-Doped Zinc Oxide Ceramic Prepared by Spark Plasma Sintering for Electronic Device Applications.

In this study, Cu-doped ZnO aerogel nanoparticles with a 4% copper concentration (Cu4ZO) were synthesized using a sol-gel method, followed by supercritical drying and heat treatment. The subsequent fabrication of Cu4ZO ceramics through Spark Plasma Sintering (SPS) was characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), field-emission gun scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM) equipped with EDS, and impedance spectroscopy (IS) across a frequency range of 100 Hz to 1 MHz and temperatures from 270 K to 370 K. The SPS-Cu4ZO sample exhibited a hexagonal wurtzite structure with an average crystallite size of approximately 229 ± 10 nm, showcasing a compact structure with discernible pores.

Correction: Light-enhanced electrical behavior of a Au/Al-doped ZnO/p-Si/Al heterostructure: insights from impedance and current-voltage analysis.

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Light-enhanced electrical behavior of a Au/Al-doped ZnO/p-Si/Al heterostructure: insights from impedance and current-voltage analysis.

In this study, we meticulously deposited an Al-doped ZnO nanoparticle thin film on a p-type silicon substrate using the precise sputtering method. We conducted a comprehensive exploration of the film's structure, morphology, and optical properties. X-ray diffraction (XRD) confirmed its polycrystalline wurtzite configuration with a dominant (002) orientation.

Exploring bismuth-doped polycrystalline ceramic BaBiNiMnO: synthesis, structure, and electrical properties for advanced electronic applications.

This manuscript investigates the structural and electrical properties of a BaBiNiMnO (BNMO) perovskite compound synthesized through the sol-gel method. The orthorhombic crystal structure of the sample is confirmed by X-ray diffraction analysis. The electrical conductivity of BNMO is found to increase with frequency, indicating the presence of local charge carriers.