Room temperature oxidation of YBCO thin-film by microsecond pulsed electrolysis in aqueous solution

Authors :: Boutet, M.
Di Gioacchino, D.
Celani, F.
Spallone, A.
Tripodi, P.
Polichetti, M.
Cocciolo, P.
Sparvieri, N.
Source :: IEEE Transactions on Applied Superconductivity. June, 1995, Vol. 5 Issue 2, p1525, 4 p.
Publication Year :: 1995
Abstract: The use of microsecond pulsed deposition to achieve anodic oxidation of YBa2Cu3O(7-x) thin films at room temperature is investigated. Specifically, currents of up to 15.2 A were applied to oxygen-deficient thin films in aqeous solution at five kilohertz for a period of 1.3 microsecond. The procedure, which enhanced the oxygen stoichiometry of the films, restored the superconducting capabilities and modified the microstructure of the films.

Subjects :: High temperature superconductors -- Research
Yttrium barium copper oxides -- Research
Electrolysis -- Research
Thin films -- Electric properties
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Electronics
Electronics and electrical industries

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