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  • Solid-State Chemistry
  • Luminescence

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  • Lanthanide-doped RE2Si2O7 matrices are promising for optical applications.
  • Crystalline structure and dopant distribution significantly impact luminescence yields.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Analyze structural behavior and luminescent properties of Ho(3+)-substituted La2Si2O7.
  • Investigate phase stability and dopant substitution mechanisms in the La2Si2O7-Ho2Si2O7 system.

Main Methods:

  • Sol-gel synthesis followed by high-temperature calcination (1600 °C).
  • X-ray and neutron diffraction for phase stability analysis.
  • Photoluminescence spectroscopy and lifetime measurements.

Main Results:

  • A solid solubility region of G-(La,Ho)2Si2O7 was identified up to La0.6Ho1.4Si2O7.
  • Ho(3+) preferentially occupies the RE2 crystallographic site in the G-(La,Ho)2Si2O7 polymorph.
  • Ho(3+)-doped G-La2Si2O7 phosphors exhibit strong green luminescence upon 446 nm excitation.
  • Optimal luminescence and lifetime observed at 10% Ho(3+) doping.

Conclusions:

  • The La2Si2O7-Ho2Si2O7 system exhibits complex phase behavior and non-homogeneous dopant distribution.
  • Ho(3+)-doped La2Si2O7 is a promising green-emitting phosphor for optical applications.
  • Understanding site preference is crucial for optimizing luminescence properties.