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Formation of Nanoporous Gold Studied by Transmission Electron Backscatter Diffraction
Leo T H de Jeer1, Diego Ribas Gomes1, Jorrit E Nijholt1
1Department of Applied Physics,Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials,University of Groningen,Nijenborgh 4,9747 AG Groningen,The Netherlands.
Summary
Dealloying thin gold foils enhances crystallographic texture and reduces internal strain. The grain structure remains consistent throughout the nanoporous material manufacturing process.
Area of Science:
- Materials Science
- Nanotechnology
- Physical Metallurgy
Background:
- Nanoporous gold materials are synthesized via dealloying, a process that alters material microstructure.
- Understanding microstructural evolution during dealloying is crucial for controlling nanoporous material properties.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the impact of dealloying on the microstructure of thin gold foils.
- To analyze changes in crystallographic texture, internal strain, and grain structure.
Main Methods:
- Transmission electron backscatter diffraction (t-EBSD) was employed.
- Microstructural analysis of 140-nm thin gold foils before and after dealloying.
- Statistical and local comparisons of microstructural features.
Main Results:
- Dealloying significantly enhanced the crystallographic texture of the gold foils.
- A notable decrease in internal strain was observed after the dealloying process.
- The grain structure of the gold foils was maintained during dealloying.
Conclusions:
- The dealloying process refines crystallographic texture and reduces internal strain in thin gold foils.
- Nanoporous gold material fabrication via dealloying preserves the underlying grain structure.
- t-EBSD is effective in characterizing microstructural changes during nanoporous material synthesis.
