Auto-combustion synthesis as a method for preparing BiFeO3 powders and flexible BiFeO3/PVDF films with improved magnetic properties. Influence of doping ion position, size and valence on electric properties

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Author(s):	Ilic, Nikola ; Teixeira, Guilhermina F. ; Bobic, Jelena ; Spasojevic, Vojislav ; Dzunuzovic, Adis ; Petrovic, Mirjana Vijatovic ; Zaghete, Maria A. P. ; Stojanovic, Biljana Total Authors: 8
Document type:	Journal article
Source:	MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING B-ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL SOLID-STATE MATERIALS; v. 280, p. 10-pg., 2022-03-17.
Abstract
Bismuth ferrite (BiFeO3) powders were synthesized by auto-combustion method using glycine as a fuel. Doping ions of different valence were used to study the influence on electrical conductivity and ferroelectric properties. Powders were mixed and hot-pressed with alpha-PVDF to form flexible composite samples. Composites endured significantly higher electrical fields with lower leakage and retained the weak ferromagnetism present in powders. Dielectric properties were improved by doping with Zr4+, Y3+ and Ca2+ as well as the electrical resistivity. Flexible composites exhibited improved electrical resistivity and modified conduction mechanism. Relatively high magnetization of powders completely originates from magnetite particles formed during the combustion, while sintered samples exhibited typical antiferromagnetic behaviour. (AU)

FAPESP's process:	13/07296-2 - CDMF - Center for the Development of Functional Materials
Grantee:	Elson Longo da Silva
Support Opportunities:	Research Grants - Research, Innovation and Dissemination Centers - RIDC