Abstract
The symmetry of single-crystal piezoelectric PbZr1-xTi xO3, with x≈0.31 and x≈0.46, has been investigated by high-resolution x-ray diffraction, both at room temperature and up to and above the Curie temperature. Reciprocal space maps around a selection of Bragg reflections were collected and self-consistent patterns showing Bragg splittings were observed. The analysis of the separation of peaks from different twin domains provides precise information on PbZr1-xTixO 3 symmetry when approaching the morphotropic phase boundary at x=0.48 from the zirconium-rich side.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 020102 |
Journal | Physical Review B - Condensed Matter and Materials Physics |
Volume | 84 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 5 Jul 2011 |
Externally published | Yes |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Condensed Matter Physics