Abstract
In this Letter, the effect of domain pattern on 180° domain switching behavior in BaTiO3 crystals was investigated by using polarized light microscopy during antiparallel electric field loading. Results show that for nearly perfectly in-plane poled specimen, 180° domain switching is accomplished by successive antiparallel domain nucleation and forward domain wall motion; whereas for specimen with in-plane a-a domain pattern, 180° domain switching is achieved by two-step 90° ferroelastic domain switching. This discrepancy is explained by combined effects of the depolarization field and the mechanical constraint from the adjacent domains during 90° ferroelastic domain switching.
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.
