Superconductors in Confined Geometries

Abstract

The synthesis of nanoscale superconductors with controlled geometries is extremely challenging. In this paper we present results on synthesis and characterization of one-dimensional (ID) NbSe2 superconducting nanowires/nanoribbons. Our synthesis approach includes the synthesis of ID NbSe3 nanostructure precursors followed by nondestructive and controlled adjustment of the Se composition to formulate NbSe2. The morphology, composition and crystallinity of the synthesized ID NbSe2 nanostructures were analyzed with scanning electron microscopy, x-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy. Transport measurements were carried out to explore the electronic properties of these confined superconducting nanostructures.

Meeting Name

Materials Research Society Fall Meeting (2005: Nov. 28-Dec. 1, Boston, MA)

Department(s)

Physics

Keywords and Phrases

Crystallization; Nanostructured Materials; Niobium Compounds; Nondestructive Examination; Scanning Electron Microscopy; Synthesis (Chemical); Nanoscale Superconductors; Nanostructure Precursors; Transport Measurements; Superconducting Materials

International Standard Book Number (ISBN)

978-1558998414

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

0272-9172

Document Type

Article - Conference proceedings

Document Version

Citation

File Type

text

Language(s)

English

Rights

© 2006 Materials Research Society (MRS), All rights reserved.

Publication Date

01 Nov 2006

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