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Review of Single Crystal Synthesis of 11 Iron-Based Superconductors
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: Received: 6 June 2023 / Approved: 6 June 2023 / Online: 6 June 2023 (07:11:59 CEST)
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Hou, Q.; Sun, L.; Sun, Y.; Shi, Z. Review of Single Crystal Synthesis of 11 Iron-Based Superconductors. Materials 2023, 16, 4895. Hou, Q.; Sun, L.; Sun, Y.; Shi, Z. Review of Single Crystal Synthesis of 11 Iron-Based Superconductors. Materials 2023, 16, 4895.
Abstract
The 11 system in iron-based superconducting family has become one of the most extensively studied materials in the research of high-temperature superconductivity due to their simple structure and rich physical properties. However, the research on 11 iron-based superconductors faces numerous obstacles, mainly stemming from the challenges associated with producing high-quality single crystals. Since the discovery of FeSe superconductivity in 2008, researchers have made significant progress in crystal growth, overcoming the hurdles that initially impeded their studies. Consequently, they have successfully established the complete phase diagrams of 11 iron-based superconductors, including FeSe1-xTex, FeSe1-xSx and FeTe1-xSx. In this paper, we aim to provide a comprehensive summary of the preparation methods employed for 11 iron-based single crystals over the past decade. Specifically, we will focus on hydrothermal, chemical vapor transport (CVT), self-flux, and annealing methods. Additionally, we will discuss the quality, size, and superconductivity properties exhibited by single crystals obtained through different preparation methods. By exploring these aspects, we can gain a better understanding of the advantages and limitations associated with each technique.
Keywords
single crystal; hydrothermal; CVT; self-flux; annealing; 11 iron-based superconductors; superconductivity
Subject
Physical Sciences, Condensed Matter Physics
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