Strain tuning MoO3 vibrational and electronic properties
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Abstract This work investigates the vibrational and electrical properties of molybdenum trioxide (α-MoO3) upon tensile strain applied along different crystal directions. Using a three-point bending setup in combination with Raman spectroscopy, we report measurements of a blueshift of the Raman modes when uniaxial tensile strain is applied along the a- and c-axis to this material. Furthermore, the electrical measurements reveal an increase in resistance with strain applied along both in-plane directions. The findings from the uniaxial strain and Raman spectroscopy measurements are further confirmed by ab-initio calculations. This study provides valuable insights into the mechanical and vibrational properties of α-MoO3 and its potential use in several applications. This study contributes to the growing body of knowledge on the properties of α-MoO3 and lays the foundation for further exploration of its potential applications. Given MoO3 holding the natural hyperbolic phonon polaritons, attracting significant research interest, this study has the potential to arouse the curiosity of the scientific community.
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OpenAlex topics: Transition Metal Oxide Nanomaterials · Perovskite Materials and Applications · 2D Materials and Applications
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