This research aims to explore how doping cerium oxide with trivalent ions affects its stability under radiation.
Utilized a range of experimental techniques to analyze defect formation
Studied Y-doped CeO2 with varying concentrations of yttrium
Assessed radiation stability post-heavy ion irradiation
Identified variations in defect chemistry based on doping levels
Demonstrated enhanced radiation stability with optimal yttrium content
Outlined the relationship between defect formation and dopant concentrations
Abstract
A combination of experimental methods is used to study the effect of trivalent cation doping and radiation stability of Y-doped CeO 2 with dopant content ranging from 0–15 wt%.