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Defect analysis by statistical fitting to 3D atomic maps.

Zoltán Balogh1, Christian Oberdorfer, Mohammed Reda Chellali

  • 1Institut für Materialphysik, Westfälische Wilhelms Universität-Münster, Wilhelm Klemm Straße 10, D-48149 Münster, Germany.

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This study introduces a new statistical fitting method for atomic reconstructions, eliminating the need for coarse-graining. This approach accurately determines chemical structure parameters, especially for complex defect sites with high composition gradients.

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Atom probe tomographyChi-square testComposition profilingGrain boundariesStatistical analysisTriple junctions

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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Crystallography
  • Statistical Mechanics

Background:

  • Atomic reconstructions are crucial for understanding material properties.
  • Traditional methods like coarse-graining have limitations, especially for complex structures.
  • Accurate characterization of defects and interfaces is essential for materials development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a novel statistical fitting method for evaluating atomic reconstructions.
  • To enable accurate quantitative analysis of chemical structures without coarse-graining.
  • To highlight the method's utility for challenging material systems.

Main Methods:

  • A statistical fitting approach using a least-squares merit function.
  • Direct comparison of different chemical structure models against measured data.
  • Application to materials with high composition gradients and singular defect structures.

Main Results:

  • The method successfully evaluates atomic reconstructions without coarse-graining.
  • Accurate quantitative parameters for chosen chemical models are obtained.
  • Detailed information was successfully extracted from triple junctions and grain boundaries.

Conclusions:

  • The developed statistical fitting method offers a robust alternative to coarse-graining.
  • It provides precise quantitative data for complex atomic structures.
  • This technique enhances the understanding of materials at interfaces and defects.