“Total electron yield (TEY) detection mode Cr K-edge XANES spectroscopy as a direct method to probe the composition of the surface of darkened chrome yellow (PbCr1-xSxO4) and potassium chromate paints”. Monico L, d'Acapito F, Cotte M, Janssens K, Romani A, Ricci G, Miliani C, Cartechini L, Nuclear instruments and methods in physics research: B: beam interactions with materials and atoms 539, 141 (2023). http://doi.org/10.1016/J.NIMB.2023.03.040
Abstract: The darkening of chromate-pigments, including chrome yellows (PbCr1-xSxO4), is a surface phenomenon affecting late 19th-early 20th c. paintings, such as those by Van Gogh. Exploring analytical strategies that contribute to a deep understanding of darkening is therefore significant for the long-term conservation of unique masterpieces. Here, we examined the capabilities of Cr K-edge XANES spectroscopy collected at the same time in X-ray fluorescence yield (XFY) and total electron yield (TEY) detection modes to selectively study the surface composition of darkened oil paint mock-ups composed of chrome yellow (PbCr0.2S0.8O4) or potassium chromate. By discussing advantages and drawbacks in using XFY/TEY modes in relation to XFY & mu;-XANES analysis from sectioned samples, we aim at assessing if TEY-XANES spectroscopy: (i) is a selective surface method to determine the abundance of different Cr-species from paint fragments; (ii) can contribute to optimize the analytical strategy by limiting time consuming sample preparation procedures; (iii) can decrease the probability of radiation damage.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Antwerp X-ray Imaging and Spectroscopy (AXIS)
Impact Factor: 1.3
DOI: 10.1016/J.NIMB.2023.03.040
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“Fabrication and characterization of functionally graded Ni-Ti multilayer thin films”. Tian H, Schryvers D, Mohanchandra KP, Carman GP, van Humbeeck J, Functional materials letters 2, 61 (2009). http://doi.org/10.1142/S1793604709000570
Abstract: A functionally graded multilayer NiTi thin film was deposited on a SiO2/Si substrate by d.c. sputtering using a ramped heated NiTi alloy target. The stand-alone films were crystallized at 500°C in vacuum better than 10-7 Torr. Transmission electron microscopy micrographs taken along the film cross section show two distinct regions, thin and thick, with weak R and B2 phases, respectively. The film compositions along the thickness were measured and quantified using the standard-less EELSMODEL method. The film deposited during the initial thermal ramp (thin regions) displays an average of 54 at.% Ni while the film deposited at a more elevated target temperature (thick regions) shows about 51 at.% Ni.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 1.234
Times cited: 9
DOI: 10.1142/S1793604709000570
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“Microstructure and functional property changes in thin Ni-Ti wires heat teated by electric current: high energy X-ray and TEM investigations”. Malard B, Pilch J, Sittner P, Gartnerova V, Delville R, Schryvers D, Curfs C, Functional materials letters 2, 45 (2009). http://doi.org/10.1142/S1793604709000557
Abstract: High energy synchrotron X-ray diffraction, transmission electron microscopy and mechanical testing were employed to investigate the evolution of microstructure, texture and functional superelastic properties of 0.1 mm thin as drawn NiTi wires subjected to a nonconventional heat treatment by controlled electric current (FTMT-EC method). As drawn NiTi wires were prestrained in tension and exposed to a sequence of short DC power pulses in the millisecond range. The annealing time in the FTMT-EC processing can be very short but the temperature and force could be very high compared to the conventional heat treatment of SMAs. It is shown that the heavily strained, partially amorphous microstructure of the as drawn NiTi wire transforms under the effect of the DC pulse and tensile stress into a wide range of annealed nanosized microstructures depending on the pulse time. The functional superelastic properties and microstructures of the FTMT-EC treated NiTi wire are comparable to those observed in straight annealed wires.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 1.234
Times cited: 21
DOI: 10.1142/S1793604709000557
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“Ni cluster formation in low temperature annealed Ni50.6Ti49.4”. Pourbabak S, Wang X, Van Dyck D, Verlinden B, Schryvers D, Functional materials letters 10, 1740005 (2017). http://doi.org/10.1142/S1793604717400057
Abstract: Various low temperature treatments of Ni50.6Ti49.4 have shown an unexpected effect on the martensitic start temperature. Periodic diffuse intensity distributions in reciprocal space indicate the formation of short pure Ni strings along the <111> directions in the B2 ordered lattice, precursing the formation of Ni4Ti3 precipitates formed at higher annealing temperatures.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Vision lab
Impact Factor: 1.234
Times cited: 4
DOI: 10.1142/S1793604717400057
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“Ion beam synthesis of Te and Bi nanoclusters in silicon: the effect of post-implantation high frequency electromagnetic field”. Kalitzova M, Peeva A, Ignatova V, Lebedev OI, Zollo G, Vitali G, Nuclear instruments and methods in physics research: B: beam interactions with materials and atoms 242, 209 (2006). http://doi.org/10.1016/j.nimb.2005.08.017
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 1.109
Times cited: 1
DOI: 10.1016/j.nimb.2005.08.017
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“Compositional analysis of 17-18th century archaeological glass fragments, excavated in Mechelen, Belgium: comparison with data from neighboring cities in the Low Countries”. van der Linden V, Bultinck E, de Ruytter J, Schalm O, Janssens K, Devos W, Tiri W, Nuclear instruments and methods in physics research: B: beam interactions with materials and atoms 239, 100 (2005). http://doi.org/10.1016/j.nimb.2005.06.219
Keywords: A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT)
Impact Factor: 1.109
Times cited: 15
DOI: 10.1016/j.nimb.2005.06.219
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“Molecular dynamics simulation of the impact behaviour of various hydrocarbon species on DLC”. Neyts E, Bogaerts A, Gijbels R, Benedikt J, van de Sanden MCM, Nuclear instruments and methods in physics research: B: beam interactions with materials and atoms 228, 315 (2005). http://doi.org/10.1016/j.nimb.2004.10.063
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT)
Impact Factor: 1.109
Times cited: 19
DOI: 10.1016/j.nimb.2004.10.063
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“Trace element fingerprinting of façon-de-Venise glass”. Šmit Ž, Bulska E, Janssens K, Bulska E, Wagner B, Kos M, Lazar I, Nuclear instruments and methods in physics research: B: beam interactions with materials and atoms 239, 94 (2005). http://doi.org/10.1016/J.NIMB.2005.06.182
Keywords: A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Impact Factor: 1.109
Times cited: 27
DOI: 10.1016/J.NIMB.2005.06.182
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“Confocal μ-XRF depth analysis of paint layers”. Šmit Ž, Janssens K, Proost K, Langus I, Nuclear instruments and methods in physics research: B: beam interactions with materials and atoms 219, 35 (2004). http://doi.org/10.1016/J.NIMB.2004.01.024
Abstract: Focused narrow-band beam of the synchrotron radiation was used for in-depth analysis of historic and modern paint layers. The fluorescent radiation induced by 21 keV impact radiation was detected by a Si(Li) detector equipped with a polycapillary X-ray lens in con-focal geometry. Scanning of the sample was performed by a motorized xyz stage. Space resolution of 30 ìm was achieved. The procedure of evaluation of concentrations was based on the independent parameter method and included absorption of radiation in the outer layers and secondary fluorescence enhancement induced by hard X-rays of the same and neighboring layers.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Impact Factor: 1.109
Times cited: 69
DOI: 10.1016/J.NIMB.2004.01.024
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“Determination of localized Fe2+/Fe3+ ratios in inks of historic documents by means of \mu-XANES”. Proost K, Janssens K, Wagner B, Bulska E, Schreiner M, Nuclear instruments and methods in physics research: B: beam interactions with materials and atoms 213, 723 (2004). http://doi.org/10.1016/S0168-583X(03)01693-8
Abstract: An important part of the European cultural heritage is composed of hand-written documents. Many of these documents were drawn up with iron-gall ink. This type of ink present a serious conservation problem, as it slowly oxidizes ('burns') the paper it is written on, thereby gradually disintegrating the historic document. Acid hydrolysis of the cellulose and/or the oxidation of organic compounds promoted by radical intermediates that are formed due to the presence of Fe2+ ions are considered to be the cause of the disintegration. mu-XANES measurements were performed with a lateral resolution of 30-50 mum in order to determine the local Fe2+/Fe3+ ratio in 19th C. documents from the Austrian National Archives and fragments of 16th C documents from the Polish National Library. In the 19th C documents, no significant amount of Fe2+ was detected. On the other hand, in the 16th C fragments, significant amounts of Fe2+ and appreciable differences in distribution of Fe2+ and Fe3+ within individual letters/ink stains were observed. (C) 2003 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Impact Factor: 1.109
DOI: 10.1016/S0168-583X(03)01693-8
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“Molecular information in static SIMS for the speciation of inorganic compounds”. van Ham R, Adriaens A, van Vaeck L, Gijbels R, Adams F, Nuclear instruments and methods in physics research: B: beam interactions with materials and atoms 161/163, 245 (2000). http://doi.org/10.1016/S0168-583X(99)00750-8
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT)
Impact Factor: 1.109
Times cited: 19
DOI: 10.1016/S0168-583X(99)00750-8
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“Nanohardness and structure of nitrogen implanted SixAly coatings post-implanted with oxygen”. Jacobs M, Bodart F, Terwagne G, Schryvers D, Poulet A, Nuclear instruments and methods in physics research: B: beam interactions with materials and atoms 147, 231 (1999). http://doi.org/10.1016/S0168-583X(98)00535-7
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 1.109
Times cited: 3
DOI: 10.1016/S0168-583X(98)00535-7
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“Comparative analysis of the low-energy He+ ions scattering on Al and Al2O3 surfaces”. Fomin VM, Misko VR, Devreese JT, Brongersma HH, Nuclear Instruments &, Methods In Physics Research Section B-Beam Interactions With Materials And Atoms 145, 545 (1998). http://doi.org/10.1016/S0168-583X(98)00530-8
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron Microscopy for Materials Science (EMAT);
Impact Factor: 1.109
Times cited: 9
DOI: 10.1016/S0168-583X(98)00530-8
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“Micro-distribution of heavy elements in highly inhomogeneous particles generated from μ-beam XRF/XRD analysis”. Rindby A, Engström P, Janssens K, Osán J, Nuclear instruments and methods in physics research: B: beam interactions with materials and atoms 124, 591 (1997)
Keywords: A1 Journal article; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation)
Impact Factor: 1.109
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“Self-assembly of gas-phase synthesized magnesium nanoparticles on room temperature substrates”. Venturi F, Calizzi M, Bals S, Perkisas T, Pasquini L, Materials research express 2, 015007 (2015). http://doi.org/10.1088/2053-1591/2/1/015007
Abstract: Magnesium nanoparticles (NPs) with initial size in the 10-50 nmrange were synthesized by inert gas condensation under helium flow and deposited on room temperature substrates. The morphology and crystal structure of the NPs ensemble were investigated as a function of the deposition time by complementary electron microscopy techniques, including high resolution imaging and chemical mapping. With increasing amount of material, strong coarsening phenomena were observed at room temperature: small NPs disappeared while large faceted NPs developed, leading to a 5-fold increase of the average NPs size within a few minutes. The extent of coarsening and the final morphology depended also on the nature of the substrate. Furthermore, large single-crystal NPs were seen to arise from the self-organization of primary NPs units, providing a mechanism for crystal growth. The dynamics of the self-assembly process involves the basic steps of NPs sticking, diffusion on substrate, coordinated rotation and attachment/coalescence. Key features are the surface energy anisotropy, reflected by the faceted shape of the NPs, and the low melting point of the material. The observed phenomena have strong implications in relation to the synthesis and stability of nanostructures based on Mg or other elements with similar features.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Engineering Management (ENM); Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 1.068
Times cited: 14
DOI: 10.1088/2053-1591/2/1/015007
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“Theoretical and experimental investigation of conjugation of 1,6-hexanedithiol on MoS2”. Gul A, Bacaksiz C, Unsal E, Akbali B, Tomak A, Zareie HM, Sahin H, Materials Research Express 5, 036415 (2018). http://doi.org/10.1088/2053-1591/AAB4A6
Abstract: We report an experimental and theoretical investigation of conjugation of 1,6-Hexaneditihiol (HDT) on MoS2 which is prepared by mixing MoS2 structure and HDT molecules in proper solvent. Raman spectra and the calculated phonon bands reveal that the HDT molecules bind covalently to MoS2. Surface morphology of MoS2/HDTstructure is changed upon conjugation ofHDTon MoS2 and characterized by using Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM). Density Functional Theory (DFT) based calculations show that HOMO-LUMO band gap of HDT is altered after the conjugation and two-S binding (handle-like) configuration is energetically most favorable among three different structures. This study displays that the facile thiol functionalization process of MoS2 is promising strategy for obtaining solution processable MoS2.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Impact Factor: 1.068
Times cited: 2
DOI: 10.1088/2053-1591/AAB4A6
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“The isotope effect in hydrogen-bonded systems”. Bussmann-Holder A, Michel KH, International journal of modern physics: B: condensed matter physics, statistical physics, applied physics
T2 –, 1st International Conference on New Theories, Discoveries, and, Applications of Superconductors and Related Materials (New3SC-1), FEB 19-24, 19 12, 3406 (1998). http://doi.org/10.1142/S021797929800274X
Abstract: The giant isotope effect on the ferro- and antiferroelectric transition temperature upon deuteration of hydrogen-bonded systems is well known experimentally since various decades. Yet, theoretically only recently a microscopic understanding of this effect has been achieved which, specifically, took into account the geometry of the O ... H ... O bond. The implications of this modeling are multiple as numerous hydrogen-bonded organic systems show the same effects as ferro- and antiferroelectrics, i.e., cooperative proton tunneling at a well-defined temperature.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT)
Impact Factor: 0.736
DOI: 10.1142/S021797929800274X
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“FCC surface precipitation in Cu-Zn-Al after low angle GA+ ion irradiation”. Zelaya E, Schryvers D, Materials transactions 51, 2177 (2010). http://doi.org/10.2320/matertrans.M2010171
Abstract: The precipitation of a disordered FCC surface structure after low angle Ga+ ion irradiation during focused ion beam thinning of a B2 Cu-Zn-Al alloy with e/a=1.48 is reported. Conventional as well as high-resolution transmission electron microscopy techniques reveal FCC layers on both sides of the thinned sample. The occurrence of this structure is attributed to disordering and dezincification of the alloy resulting from the sputtering process during the irradiation. Changes in crystallographic sample orientation with respect to the incoming ion beam do not have a significant effect on the appearance of the FCC surface structure.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 0.713
Times cited: 2
DOI: 10.2320/matertrans.M2010171
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“Microstructure of a partially crystallised Ti50Ni25Cu25 melt-spun ribbon”. Santamarta R, Schryvers D, Materials transactions 44, 1760 (2003). http://doi.org/10.2320/matertrans.44.1760
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 0.713
Times cited: 23
DOI: 10.2320/matertrans.44.1760
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“R-phase structure refinement using electron diffraction data”. Schryvers D, Potapov PL, Materials transactions 43, 774 (2002). http://doi.org/10.2320/matertrans.43.774
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 0.713
Times cited: 25
DOI: 10.2320/matertrans.43.774
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“Atomic resolution electron tomography: a dream?”.van Dyck D, Van Aert S, Croitoru M, International journal of materials research 97, 872 (2006). http://doi.org/10.3139/146.101314
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Condensed Matter Theory (CMT); Vision lab
Impact Factor: 0.681
Times cited: 6
DOI: 10.3139/146.101314
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“Mixed (Sr1-xCax)33Bi24Al48O141 fullerenoids: the defect structure analysed by (S)TEM techniques”. Lebedev OI, Bals S, Van Tendeloo G, Snoeck GE, Retoux R, Boudin S, Hervieu M, International journal of materials research 97, 978 (2006). http://doi.org/10.3139/146.101328
Abstract: (Sr1-xCax)(33)Bi-24,partial derivative Al48O141+3 partial derivative/2 fullerenoid solid solutions have been synthesized and the effect of partial substitution of Sr by Ca has been characterized by (scanning) transmission electron microscopy, applying different imaging methods. Most of the defects commonly observed in face centered cubic compounds, have also been observed in (Sr1-xCax)(33)Bi24-partial derivative Al48O141+3 partial derivative/2. Based on purely geometrical and topological models, structural presentations for the coherent twin boundaries and stacking faults have been constructed on the basis of complex spherical “Al84O210” units. The results are compared to defects observed in the crystallite fullerite C-60.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 0.681
Times cited: 1
DOI: 10.3139/146.101328
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“Zirconia-modified exfoliated graphite”. Afanasov IM, Van Tendeloo G, Inorganic materials 47, 603 (2011). http://doi.org/10.1134/S0020168511050013
Abstract: Zirconia has been incorporated into exfoliated graphite (EG) through the anodic polarization in the natural graphite-ZrO(NO3)2-HNO3-H2O system, followed by flash heating. The thermal properties of the oxidized graphites employed as precursors to EG have been studied by thermogravimetry in combination with differential scanning calorimetry, and the distribution of ZrO2 particles in the EG has been assessed by scanning and transmission electron microscopy. Conditions are described for the preparation of EG with bulk densities in the range 1.34.7 g/l and ZrO2 contents in the range 434 wt %.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 0.62
DOI: 10.1134/S0020168511050013
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“Electrochemical growth and characterization of nanostructured ZnO thin films”. Ghica C, Enculescu I, Nistor LC, Matei E, Van Tendeloo G, Journal of optoelectronics and advanced materials 10, 3237 (2008)
Abstract: ZnO is a wide band-gap (ca. 3.4 eV) semiconductor, piezoelectric, pyroelectric, biocompatible, transparent in the visible spectrum and UV light emitting material. The fabrication in 2001 of the first nanobelts of semiconductor oxide materials lead to a rapid expansion of researches concerning one dimensional nanostructures (nanotubes, nanowires, nanobelts), given their possible application in optics, optoelectronics, piezoelectricity, catalysis. Researches carried on up to date evidenced the possibility to obtain an extraordinary variety of ZnO nanostructures, in function of the experimental parameters and the used growth methods. In this work we present morphostructural results on nanostructured ZnO layers obtained by electrochemical deposition. The films have been grown on gold covered glass plates and Si wafers, in various experimental conditions such as: nature of the wetting agents, electrical polarization of the substrate (continuous, pulsed). The influence of the growth conditions on the crystalline structure and morphology of the films is revealed by scanning and transmission electron microscopy studies. The films show a variety of growth morphologies, from entangled-wires-like to honeycomb-like layers. These large-specific-surface layers will be tested as nanostructured substrates for photovoltaic cells with improved efficiency.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 0.449
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“Revealing nanoscale structural TEM/HRTEM: application on ferroelectric ordering by PMN-PT relaxor ferroelectric”. Ghica C, Nistor L, Van Tendeloo G, Journal of optoelectronics and advanced materials 10, 2328 (2008)
Abstract: Nano-scale ordering may be revealed in transmission electron microscopy (TEM) by at least three techniques that will be presented in this work: selected area electron diffraction, conventional TEM and high-resolution TEM. Digital image processing is used to extract additional information from the high-resolution micrographs. The described methods are illustrated in a microstructural and compositional study of a 90%Pb(Mg1/3Nb2/3)O-3-10%PbTiO2 ceramic sample. High-resolution images reveal the presence of ordered compositional nano-domains, observable in two specific crystallographic orientations. Antiphase boundaries lying in the (111) planes separate them, while (100) and (111) facets separate the ordered domains from the disordered matrix.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 0.449
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“A versatile plasma tool for the synthesis of carbon nanotubes and few-layer graphene sheets”. Malesevic A, Kemps R, Zhang L, Erni R, Van Tendeloo G, Vanhulsel A, van Haesendonck C, Journal of optoelectronics and advanced materials 10, 2052 (2008)
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 0.449
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“Impact of tank construction on corrosion of ship ballast tanks”. de Baere K, Verstraelen H, Dewil R, Lemmens L, Lenaerts S, Nkunzimana T, Potters G, Materials performance 49, 48 (2010)
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Theory of quantum systems and complex systems; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL)
Impact Factor: 0.149
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“In situ study of ballast tank corrosion on ships: part 1”. Verstraelen H, de Baere K, Schillemans W, Lemmens L, Dewil R, Lenaerts S, Potters G, Materials performance 48, 48 (2009)
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Theory of quantum systems and complex systems; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL)
Impact Factor: 0.149
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“In situ study of ballast tank corrosion on ships: part 2”. Verstraelen H, de Baere K, Schillemans W, Lemmens L, Dewil R, Lenaerts S, Potters G, Materials performance 48, 54 (2009)
Abstract: A study was undertaken to determine causes and effects of corrosion processes in ballast tanks. Part 1 of this article (October 2009 MP) described the data collection. Part 2 describes the development of a corrosion index (CI) derived from the general International Association of Classification Societies corrosion assessment methods. The CI can be used in situ to assess ballast tank corrosion. An average timeline for-corrosion of tanks is presented.
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Theory of quantum systems and complex systems; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL)
Impact Factor: 0.149
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“Neutron-scattering and electron microscopy studies of premartensitic phenomena in NixAl100-x alloys”. Shapiro SM, Yang BX, Noda Y, Tanner LE, Schryvers D, Physical review : B : condensed matter and materials physics 44, 9301 (1991)
Keywords: A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Impact Factor: 3.736
Times cited: 123
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