Abstract

This study comprehensively investigates the structural, microstructural, vibrational, magnetic, and magnetocaloric properties of novelty Sn0.6Mn0.1Ge0.3Te alloys synthesized using the sealed tube solid-state reaction method. The observed magnetic behavior showcases a transition from paramagnetic (PM) to ferromagnetic (FM) phases at the Curie temperature TC = 29 K. Notably, magnetic entropy change (−ΔSM), relative cooling power (RCP), and refrigerant capacity (RC) are calculated as 1.5 J/kg-K, 42.05 J/kg, and 37.39 J/kg, respectively, under a magnetic field of 60 kOe. Arrott curve analysis further validates the magnetic phase transition, affirming a second-order transition between FM and PM phases. Critical exponents (β, γ, and δ) are derived from field-dependent magnetic entropy changes around the second-order transition and strongly agree with the mean field model. These critical exponents establish a clear correlation between critical behavior and magnetocaloric effects, reinforcing the potential of Sn0.6Mn0.1Ge0.3Te alloys for magnetocaloric applications. Investigations into the electrochemical properties of the alloy have indicated that it exhibits a specific capacitance of 152.9 F/g at a scan rate of 20 mV/s, demonstrating a predominantly pseudocapacitive charge storage mechanism. Additionally, the alloy has proven to be highly stable, retaining 94.2 % of its specific capacitance after 10,000 cycles.

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