Effect of Gd Substitution on the Structural, Morphological, and Optical Properties of Y₃Fe₅O₁₂ Nanoparticles

Authors

  • Shaikh Taufiq Khalil Ahemad Department of Physics, Deogiri College, Aurangabad, India
  • V. D. Murumkar Department of Physics, Vivekanand Arts, Sardar Dalipsingh commerce and science college, India.
  • Samyak M. Bansode
  • Devendra D. Narwade
  • Yogesh B. Adsul
  • Vishaljyot R. Divekar

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63278/1291

Keywords:

Yttrium Iron Garnet (YIG), Gadolinium Substitution, XRD, FTIR, SEM, UV

Abstract

In this study, Y₃₋ₓGdₓFe₅O₁₂ (x = 0.0 and x = 0.4) nanoparticles were synthesized and characterized to examine the influence of Gd substitution on their structural, morphological, and optical properties. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis confirmed the formation of a garnet structure with an increase in lattice parameter due to Gd incorporation. Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy identified Fe–O and Y–O/Gd–O stretching vibrations, indicating structural modifications. Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) revealed a quasi-spherical morphology with increased particle size and enhanced agglomeration in the Gd-doped sample. UV-Vis spectroscopy demonstrated strong absorption in the UV and visible regions, with a red shift in the absorption edge upon Gd substitution. The results suggest that Gd incorporation alters the microstructure and optical behaviour of YIG, making it a promising candidate for magneto-optical and optoelectronic applications.

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Ahemad, Shaikh Taufiq Khalil, V. D. Murumkar, Samyak M. Bansode, Devendra D. Narwade, Yogesh B. Adsul, and Vishaljyot R. Divekar. 2025. “Effect of Gd Substitution on the Structural, Morphological, and Optical Properties of Y₃Fe₅O₁₂ Nanoparticles”. Metallurgical and Materials Engineering 31 (1):662-67. https://doi.org/10.63278/1291.

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Vol. 31 No. 1 (2025)

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Research

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