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February 21, 2026Optical MaterialsOpen Access

Reactive sputtering of luminescent YAG:Ce thin films by dual hollow cathode plasma-jet

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PPPetr PísaříkYMYuki MaruyamaYAYugo Akabe

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Overview

Demonstrates a novel method to control Ce distribution in YAG:Ce thin films, suggesting implications for advanced optical applications.

Key Points

  • The aim is to control the cerium distribution in YAG:Ce thin films through reactive sputtering techniques.
  • Prepared thin films from Y3Al5 alloy and pure cerium using dual hollow cathode plasma-jet system.
  • Conducted film composition and structural analysis using LIBS, XRD, and optical methods.
  • Post-deposition annealing at 1000 °C was performed for crystallization and activation of luminescence.
  • Discovery of a gradient in cerium content across the substrate array after sputtering.
  • Moderate doping levels exhibited Ce3+ emission, while higher levels caused phase segregation and luminescence quenching.
  • The technique demonstrates flexibility in controlling cerium incorporation for various optical applications.

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Písařík et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69994ba9873532290d01fc30https://doi.org/10.1016/j.optmat.2026.117970
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