Effect of Europium oxide on structural, mechanical, optical, and radiation shielding properties of silver–doped oxyfluoro phospho–silicate glasses

Key Points

• Optical properties improved with europium oxide, enhancing brightness and clarity in glass materials.
• Mechanical properties showed up to 25% increase in strength, leading to more durable glass applications.
• Analysis of structural changes revealed enhanced stability with the addition of europium oxide in glasses.
• These findings may enable the development of advanced shielding materials against radiation, with practical industry applications.