Dual Real‐Time Response to Lattice Distortion and Temperature Fields in Energy‐Storage Ceramics

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Authors: Xiangfu Zeng, Zhanbo Yu, Liang Cao, J W Zhang, Qifa Lin, Jinfeng Lin, Luomeng Tang, S Wang, Xiao Wu, Yurong Yang, S T Zhang, Jiwei Zhai
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References: 30

Abstract

ABSTRACT Simultaneously achieving sensitive lattice‐distortion detection and high capacitive energy storage in dielectric ceramics is critically demanded yet challenging for fail‐safe aerospace systems. Herein, a novel high‐low valence co‐substitution strategy is designed for a NaNbO 3 ‐based relaxor ferroelectric with the composition (1‐ x )[0.85(Na 0.94 Yb 0.01 Tm 0.01 )NbO 3 ‐0.15(Bi 0.5 Na 0.5 )TiO 3 ]‐ x (Ba 0.5 Sr 0.5 )(Sn 0.5 Hf 0.5 )O 3 . The severe valence imbalance triggers a spontaneous Bi 3+/5+ self‐compensation mechanism, driving Bi migration from A‐ to B‐site. This unique configuration induces intense lattice distortion, which substantially lowers the energy barrier for splitting Tm 3+ 4 f orbitals and activates a new electronic state ( 3 F′ 2|3 ). Consequently, a direct correlation between lattice distortion and rare‐earth luminescence is established, enabling real‐time assessment via photoluminescence peak splitting. Concurrently, Yb 3+ /Tm 3+ co‐doping bestows anomalous thermally enhanced fluorescence for temperature sensing. Furthermore, the dual‐site Bi substitution facilitates a local coexistence of polymorphic relaxor phases (rhombohedral‐orthorhobic‐tetragonal‐cubic), yielding a high breakdown strength of 785 kV cm −1 and an outstanding recoverable energy density of 13.73 J cm −3 with 94.24% of efficiency. This work provides a paradigm for developing multifunctional materials capable of atomic‐resolution operando monitoring and superior energy storage in extreme environments.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Ferroelectric and Piezoelectric Materials Multiferroics and related materials Microwave Dielectric Ceramics Synthesis

Publication details

Journal / source
Advanced Materials
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
38
Issue
27
Pages
e73121–e73121
Publication date
16 April 2026
Language
EN