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Dissociation reaction of the 1/3 \( \left\langle {\bar{1}101} \right\rangle \) edge dislocation in α-Al2O3
It has been reported that dislocations with 1/3 \( \left\langle {\bar{1}101} \right\rangle \) ...
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Open AccessMaterial structure, properties, and dynamics through scanning transmission electron microscopy
Scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM) has advanced rapidly in the last decade thanks to the ability to correct the major aberrations of the probe-forming lens. Now, atomic-sized beams are routine, e...
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Surface evolution of a Pt–Pd–Au electrocatalyst for stable oxygen reduction
Core–shell nanocatalysts have demonstrated potential as highly active low-Pt fuel cell cathodes for the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR); however, challenges remain in optimizing their surface and interfacial s...
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Detection of photons emitted from single erbium atoms in energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy
The detection of photons emitted from single quantum objects is highly desirable for the diagnosis of nanoscale devices using microscopes. An extremely tiny probe (∼0.1 nm) with high current recently became av...
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Direct observation of an ordered arrangement of vacancies and large local thermal vibration in rhenium silicide byCs-corrected STEM
The crystal structure of thermoelectric rhenium silicide with an ordered arrangement of vacancies is investigated by utilizing spherical aberration (Cs) corrected scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM) ...
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Direct imaging of hydrogen-atom columns in a crystal by annular bright-field electron microscopy
The resolution of electron microscopy has increased through the years, and scientists have been able to measure progressively lighter elements. The ultimate goal has now been reached with the imaging of hydrog...
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Identification of active atomic defects in a monolayered tungsten disulphide nanoribbon
Edge structures and atomic defects can significantly affect the physical and chemical properties of low-dimensional materials, such as nanoribbons, and therefore merit a thorough investigation at the atomic sc...
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Aging behavior of Cu–Ti–Al alloy observed by transmission electron microscopy
Aging behavior of Cu–3 at.%Ti–4 at.%Al alloy at 723 K has been examined from mechanical, electrical, and microstructural points of view. Compared with binary Cu–3 at.%Ti alloy, the electrical conductivity impr...