Abstract
The composition of Li-Si alloys in a lithiated single crystal Si(111) was studied using windowless energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and soft X-ray emission spectroscopy (SXES). The intensities of Li Kα and Si L2,3 were obtained after deconvolution of the windowless EDS spectra. The Li Kα, Si L2,3, and Si Kα intensity changes along a line scan revealed a clear layered structure with varied Li concentrations. The Li distribution in Li-Si alloys was obtained by windowless EDS through the X-ray emission intensity change analysis. In addition, it was found the Li concentration decreases gradually within the 3rd alloy layer by combining the analysis of windowless EDS and SXES. The thickness of each Li-Si layer could be precisely determined, even for the 3rd layer which cannot be observed clearly by SEM.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
