ISSN:
1434-6036
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Physics
Notes:
Abstract. The microstructure and morphology of 100/001-oriented La modified-PbTiO3 (PLT) films grown by pulsed laser deposition have been analyzed and elucidated within the framework of morphology evolution models, such as the Dynamic Scaling Theory and Structure Zone Model. The experimental results were obtained from X-ray diffraction, atomic force microscopy and cross-section scanning electron microscopy. PLT grows with a compact columnar microstructure. The columns are formed by coherently grouped grains and show oblique walls and rounded tops. Connecting the experimental results with the morphology evolution models, the growth mechanisms involved in the deposition process were identified. While inside each column, the existing Pb vacancies govern the coarsening and coalescence of the grains, a non-local effect of geometric shadowing of the incident particle flux during growth controls competition between columns and their coarsening.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1140/epjb/e2003-00255-7
