Formamidinium lead iodide(FAPbI3)perovskite exhibits an impressive X-ray absorption coefficient and a large carrier mobility-lifetime product(μτ),making it as a highly promising candidate for X-ray detection appl...Formamidinium lead iodide(FAPbI3)perovskite exhibits an impressive X-ray absorption coefficient and a large carrier mobility-lifetime product(μτ),making it as a highly promising candidate for X-ray detection application.However,the presence of larger FA+cation induces to an expansion of the Pb-I octahedral framework,which unfortunately affects both the stability and charge carrier mobility of the corresponding devices.To address this challenge,we develop a novel low-dimensional(HtrzT)PbI3 perovskite featuring a conjugated organic cation(1H-1,2,4-Triazole-3-thiol,HtrzT+)which matches well with theα-FAPbI3 lattices in two-dimensional plane.Benefiting from the matched lattice between(HtrzT)PbI3 andα-FAPbI3,the anchored lattice enhances the Pb-I bond strength and effectively mitigates the inherent tensile strain of theα-FAPbI3 crystal lattice.The X-ray detector based on(HtrzT)PbI3(1.0)/FAPbI3 device achieves a remarkable sensitivity up to 1.83×105μC Gyair−1 cm−2,along with a low detection limit of 27.6 nGyair s−1,attributed to the release of residual stress,and the enhancement in carrier mobility-lifetime product.Furthermore,the detector exhibits outstanding stability under X-ray irradiation with tolerating doses equivalent to nearly 1.17×106 chest imaging doses.展开更多
The unique advantage of x-ray ghost imaging(XGI)is its potential in low dose radiology.One of the practical ways to reduce the radiation exposure is to reduce the measurements while remaining sufficient image quality....The unique advantage of x-ray ghost imaging(XGI)is its potential in low dose radiology.One of the practical ways to reduce the radiation exposure is to reduce the measurements while remaining sufficient image quality.Synthetic aperture x-ray ghost imaging(SAXGI)is invented to achieve megapixel XGI with limited measurements,which is expected to implement XGI simultaneously with large field of view and low radiation exposure.In this paper,we experimentally investigate the effect of measurements reduction on the spatial resolution and image quality of SAXGI with standard sample and biomedical specimen.The results with a resolution chart demonstrated that at 360 measurements,SAXGI successfully retrieved the sample image of 1960×1960 pixels with spatial resolution of 4μm.With measurement reduction,the spatial resolution deteriorates but the sparser structures are still discernable.Even with measurements reduced to 10,a spatial resolution of 10μm can still be achieved by SAXGI.A biomedical sample of a fish specimen is employed to evaluate the method and the fish image of 2000×1000 pixels with an SSIM of 0.962 is reconstructed by SAXGI with 770measurements,corresponding to an accumulative exposure reduction of more than 2 times.With the measurements reduced to 10 which corresponds to 1/160 of the accumulative radiation exposure for conventional radiology,bulky structure like the fish skeleton can still be definitely discerned and the SSIM for the reconstructed image still retained 0.9179.Results of this paper demonstrate that measurements reduction is practicable for the radiation exposure reduction of the sample,which implicates that SAXGI with limited measurements is an efficient solution for low dose radiology.展开更多
A large-scale view of the magnetospheric cusp is expected to be obtained by the Soft X-ray Imager(SXI)onboard the Solar wind Magnetosphere Ionosphere Link Explorer(SMILE).However,it is challenging to trace the three-d...A large-scale view of the magnetospheric cusp is expected to be obtained by the Soft X-ray Imager(SXI)onboard the Solar wind Magnetosphere Ionosphere Link Explorer(SMILE).However,it is challenging to trace the three-dimensional cusp boundary from a two-dimensional X-ray image because the detected X-ray signals will be integrated along the line of sight.In this work,a global magnetohydrodynamic code was used to simulate the X-ray images and photon count images,assuming an interplanetary magnetic field with a pure Bz component.The assumption of an elliptic cusp boundary at a given altitude was used to trace the equatorward and poleward boundaries of the cusp from a simulated X-ray image.The average discrepancy was less than 0.1 RE.To reduce the influence of instrument effects and cosmic X-ray backgrounds,image denoising was considered before applying the method above to SXI photon count images.The cusp boundaries were reasonably reconstructed from the noisy X-ray image.展开更多
Lead-free perovskite has become a shining pearl in the field of direct X-ray detection due to its nontoxicity and excellent optoelectronic properties.However,the high limit of detection(LoD)of X-ray detectors due to h...Lead-free perovskite has become a shining pearl in the field of direct X-ray detection due to its nontoxicity and excellent optoelectronic properties.However,the high limit of detection(LoD)of X-ray detectors due to high current noise caused by high operating voltages is a major challenge to overcome.Here,we utilized a zero-dimensional lead-free perovskite ferroelectric material(NMP)3Sb2Br9(1,NMP=Nmethylpyrrolidine)to achieve ultra-low Lo D self-driven X-ray detection.The self-driven detection mode without external bias has been proven to be an effective means of reducing Lo D due to its low current noise characteristics.Additionally,the zero-dimensional distinctive isolated framework results in a high resistivity of 1.39×1011Ωcm,which effectively reduces the current noise and suppresses ion migration.By further combining the ferroelectric-induced bulk photovoltaic effect,the 1-based detector achieves an ultra-low Lo D X-ray detection of 84.1 n Gyair/s under the self-driven mode,which represents a quite advanced level in the lead-free perovskite X-ray detection region.Our work successfully achieved ultra-low Lo D self-driven X-ray detection by combining ferroelectricity with high resistance,providing a promising avenue for the development of low Lo D X-ray detectors.展开更多
Indirect X-ray imaging is an indispensable non-destructive testing technology in the medical and industrial fields.However,its quality is restricted by the light output and optical crosstalk of the scintillation scree...Indirect X-ray imaging is an indispensable non-destructive testing technology in the medical and industrial fields.However,its quality is restricted by the light output and optical crosstalk of the scintillation screens.Herein,we report a series of hafnium-based organic-inorganic metal halides(OIMHs)with regulated organic cation chain lengths.The thermally activated delayed fluorescence(TADF)is demonstrated in these materials by their anti-thermal quenching luminescence characteristics,fitting of temperature-dependent photoluminescence decay lifetime,and a series of theoretical calculations.These represent non-luminescent triplet excitons that can be emitted by reverse intersystem crossing(RISC),thus improving the utilization rate of excitons and increasing the light output of scintillators.The highest performance of our reported hafnium-based OIMHS shows a light yield of 56563.31±1250 photons/MeV and detection limit of 23.86 nGyair/s.Moreover,the optical crosstalk is suppressed by developing silicon array scintillation screens,and an ultra-high spatial resolution of 31.41 lp/mm is achieved.These results offer insights into the luminescent mechanism of hafnium-based OIMHs and initiate a new paradigm for exciton-optical co-management for high-quality X-ray imaging.展开更多
Spectral distortions in photon-counting detectors(PCDs)fundamentally limit the quantitative accuracy of material identification.While machine learning is used for compensation,current data-driven methods often lack ph...Spectral distortions in photon-counting detectors(PCDs)fundamentally limit the quantitative accuracy of material identification.While machine learning is used for compensation,current data-driven methods often lack physical constraints,limiting their interpretability and reliability across varying conditions.To address this issue,we propose a physics-informed neural network(PINN)framework that explicitly embeds the Beer-Lambert law into the learning architecture.By integrating an explicit differential layer to extract high-order curvature features from distorted spectra,the model enables direct inference of the effective atomic number and areal density.This approach effectively leverages the Z-dependent non-linear profile of the photoelectric effect,even when explicit absorption edges are outside the primary detection window.Simulation results establish a high-precision benchmark for Zeffestimation in the target low-Z range(613),with an RMSE of 0.2111.Experimental validation on a CdZnTe-PCD further demonstrates that this accuracy improvement is preserved under realistic pulse pile-up and noise conditions,achieving an RMSE of 0.2457 and an R2of 0.9670.Compared with conventional physical correction methods(typically±0.5 error margin),the proposed framework provides improved precision,with 92.86%of Zeffestimation errors falling within±0.4,corresponding to an approximately 20%tighter error bound.These results confirm that the proposed framework effectively mitigates spectral distortion,providing a robust,calibration-free solution for precise material identification of low-Z materials in industrial non-destructive testing.展开更多
In order to autonomously calibrate the airborne clocks of deep space explorers,this paper proposes an X-ray pulsar-based airborne clock error estimation method.A pulse phase propagation model incorporating the clock e...In order to autonomously calibrate the airborne clocks of deep space explorers,this paper proposes an X-ray pulsar-based airborne clock error estimation method.A pulse phase propagation model incorporating the clock error is derived.Given that both the clock noise and the pulsar timing noise are of power-law spectral densities,their combination is modeled as a Fractional Brownian Motion(FBM)with a fractional-order power spectral density.The clock error series is modeled as a Gaussian Process(GP)with a mean function in the form of 2-order polynomial and an FBM-based covariance function.Finally,the clock error and the hyperparameters of GP are fast estimated by an iterated estimation method.The proposed method is validated via the real clock error data of the G05 satellite in the Global Positioning System(GPS)and the real data of pulsars from the Neutron star Interior Composition ExploreR(NICER).展开更多
In clinical diagnosis,conventional X-ray absorption-contrast computed tomography(XACT)technology cannot effectively differentiate diseased tissues from the healthy ones.X-ray phase-contrast CT(XPCT)and dual-energy CT(...In clinical diagnosis,conventional X-ray absorption-contrast computed tomography(XACT)technology cannot effectively differentiate diseased tissues from the healthy ones.X-ray phase-contrast CT(XPCT)and dual-energy CT(DECT),emerging X-ray imaging technologies with superior diagnostic capabilities,address this issue through different principles.While both XPCT and DECT have advantages and disadvantages in medical applications,their systematic comparison is lacking.Using GEANT4 and MATLAB,in this study,we established an X-ray phase-contrast imaging(XPCI)model based on single-mask and single-shot edge illumination for fast XPCT imaging,comparing it with DECT on soft-tissue phantom.XACT served as a reference for comparison.The study introduces an evaluation system using statistical measures including absolute error,mean absolute error,structure similarity index measure,peak signal-to-noise ratio,and contrast-to-noise ratio.Results show XPCT images are superior to DECT.The XPCI model can be improved on existing medical CT for widespread medical application.展开更多
To enhance the application value of CT technology in road engineering and offer significant technical support for digital characterization and visual examination of the microstructure of asphalt mixtures,the operation...To enhance the application value of CT technology in road engineering and offer significant technical support for digital characterization and visual examination of the microstructure of asphalt mixtures,the operational principles of X-ray CT and its applications related to the development of digital models for asphalt mixtures were introduced.The factors influencing the quality of CT images of asphalt mixtures have been systematically summarized,and the impact of various scanning process parameters on image quality was analyzed.The characteristics and application scope of CT image quality enhancement and threshold segmentation techniques were elucidated.The primary applications of X-ray CT in the context of digital models of asphalt mixtures were discussed,including phase analysis(encompassing air voids,aggregates,and additives),damage assessment(addressing freeze-thaw damage,mechanical damage,and crack healing),dimensional measurement(such as asphalt mortar thickness and pavement surface texture depth),and virtual experimentation(including finite element and discrete element methods).Additionally,the current state of research and the challenges associated with the use of X-ray CT in the analysis of the microstructure of asphalt mixtures were examined.This study serves as a valuable reference for future investigations into the application of X-ray CT in the digital characterization and analysis of asphalt mixtures.展开更多
Glass scintillators have the advantages of low cost,simplified manufacturing,and high transparency,but their luminescent efficiency is limited due to high host phonon energy.To develop novel glass scintillator materia...Glass scintillators have the advantages of low cost,simplified manufacturing,and high transparency,but their luminescent efficiency is limited due to high host phonon energy.To develop novel glass scintillator materials,glass-ceramics(GC)is an effective route that combines the high efficiency of the crystalline phases and high transparency and easy processing of the glass matrix.This article explored the photoluminescent property and scintillating performance of GC scintillators based on Ce3+-doped Sr0.84(Lu,Gd)0.16F2.16 crystalline phases.Molecular dynamics simulations were employed to investigate the phase separation of oxyfluoride glass matrix,which helps to design GC materials with high performance.The X-ray excited luminescence(XEL)intensity of samples increases from 63%to 133%(as compared to industrial standard Bi4Ge3O12 crystals)by adjusting the concentrations of Gd3+and Ce3+ions and thermal treatment temperature profiles.The optimal sample with high transmittance(exceeds 73%in visible region),short lifetime(60 ns),excellent thermal stability(93%at 423 K),satisfactory resistant irradiation stability and high spatial resolution(20 lp/mm)for X-ray imaging is obtained.Above results demonstrate that Ce3+-doped Sr0.84(Lu,Gd)0.16F2.16 GC scintillators have potential for practical applications in X-ray imaging field.展开更多
Compared with three-dimensional(3D)perovskites,low-dimensional perov-skites can effectively enhance device stability and reduce leakage current due to the shielding effect of A-site cations and high resistivity,thus s...Compared with three-dimensional(3D)perovskites,low-dimensional perov-skites can effectively enhance device stability and reduce leakage current due to the shielding effect of A-site cations and high resistivity,thus showing broad application prospects in the field of high-energy radiation detection.In this study,high-quality lead-free A3Sb2X9 type single crystals(SCs)with large size are grown via a solution method.The manipulation mechanism of charge transport in these low-dimensional perovskite SCs by ion radius,coordination ability,and charge distribution characteristics is systematically investigated.Furthermore,the collaborative optimization mechanism of x-ray detection per-formance through crystal structure design and charge transport performance manipulation is elaborately revealed,which provides an important foundation for designing high-quality and low-toxicity perovskite SCs to achieve high signal-to-noise ratio(SNR)x-ray detectors.Therefore,under the premise of maintaining superior stability and high resistivity,the optimized lead-free low-dimensional perovskite SCs achieve comparable detection performance to that of lead-based perovskites.Specifically,the fabricated SC x-ray detectors exhibit high resistivity(1011Ωcm),largeμτproduct(7.9×10-3 cm2 V-1),high detec-tion sensitivity(3073μC Gy-1 cm-2),ultra-low detection limit(0.37 nGy s-1),and negligible dark current drift(6.8-10-8 nA cm-1 s-1 V-1).This rare combination of superior properties enables the SC detector to achieve high-resolution(7.5 lp mm-1)x-ray imaging.展开更多
The immense potential of one-dimensional(1D)hybrid lead halide perovskites(HLHPs)in single crystal X-ray detection is hindered by their relatively low charge transport abilities and needle-like morphology.Alloying mix...The immense potential of one-dimensional(1D)hybrid lead halide perovskites(HLHPs)in single crystal X-ray detection is hindered by their relatively low charge transport abilities and needle-like morphology.Alloying mixed cations in 1D HLHP is expected to realize superior charge mobility and large single crystals.Herein,we report a 1D HLHP of(ATZ)(EA)4Pb3I11(1)with thiazol-2-aminium(ATZ)+and ethanaminium(EA)+as the mixed cations,demonstrating an exceptional 1D HLHP for high-performance X-ray detector.The H…I hydrogen bonds with a fraction of 69.7%are stronger than those in 1D HLHPs containing solely(ATZ)+or(EA)+cations.The single crystal of 1 posesses remarkable semiconducting properties,including a high resistivity(1.94×1011Ωcm)and a large mobility-lifetime product(2.22×10−4cm2/V),which contribute to the outstanding X-ray detection,manifested by a high sensitivity of 1356μC Gyair−1cm−2and an ultra-low dark current drift of 5.01×10−8nA cm-1 s−1V−1.展开更多
The intrinsic scintillation property of uranium has recently endowed this heaviest naturally occurring element with new opportunities for X-ray radiation detection and visualization.However,the low radiation stability...The intrinsic scintillation property of uranium has recently endowed this heaviest naturally occurring element with new opportunities for X-ray radiation detection and visualization.However,the low radiation stability of most uranium compounds hinders their practical application,particularly in X-ray imaging.Here,we presented a flexible two-dimensional uranium-organic framework(UOF,SCU-334)as an air-stable scintillating material for X-ray detection and,for the first time,a systematic investigation of X-ray imaging in UOFs.Following continuous high dose rate X-ray irradiation exceeding 50 Gy,which equals thousands of chest X-ray diagnoses,SCU-334 retains over 90%of its initial performance,representing a significant improvement over previously reported scintillating UOFs.The upgraded radiation resistance of SCU-334 is attributed to its flexible structure that dissipates energy more efficiently under high-energy particle bombardment through conformation fluctuation and relaxation.This work offers a promising approach to improve the radiation resistance of uranium-based scintillators.展开更多
This study aims to investigate the responses of a perovskite-based direct-conversion dual-layer flat-panel detector(DL-FPD)numerically.To this end,the X-ray sensitivity,spatial resolution quantified by the modulation ...This study aims to investigate the responses of a perovskite-based direct-conversion dual-layer flat-panel detector(DL-FPD)numerically.To this end,the X-ray sensitivity,spatial resolution quantified by the modulation transfer function(MTF),and detective quantum efficiency(DQE)of the DL-FPD are evaluated numerically using a linear cascade model.In addition,both the single-crystal(SC)and polycrystalline(PC)structures of MAPbI3are investigated,along with various other key parameters such as the material thickness,electric field strength,X-ray beam spectrum,and electronic readout noise.The results demonstrate that SC perovskite consistently exhibits better performance than PC perovskite owing to fewer material defects.Increasing the layer thickness may decrease the MTF,but can also enhance the sensitivity and DQE.Moreover,appropriately increasing the external electric field within the material can improve the sensitivity,MTF,and DQE.Finally,reducing the electronic readout noise can significantly enhance the DQE for low-dose imaging.This study demonstrates the potential of high-quality dual-energy X-ray imaging using direct-conversion perovskite DL-FPDs.展开更多
With the development of the semiconductor industry below the 7 nm scale,critical dimension small-angle X-ray scattering(CD-SAXS)has emerged as a powerful tool for quantitatively measuring nanoscale deviations.In this ...With the development of the semiconductor industry below the 7 nm scale,critical dimension small-angle X-ray scattering(CD-SAXS)has emerged as a powerful tool for quantitatively measuring nanoscale deviations.In this study,the effects of X-ray beam size and photon energy on the accuracy of critical dimension measurements were investigated.Critical dimensions measured using beams with different spot sizes showed different deviations from the expected values.Beam sizes that were either too large or too small did not improve confidence intervals.As the incident energy increased,the X-ray transmission rate increased,while the scattering cross section decreased,resulting in a gradual decrease in the signal-to-noise ratio of the diffraction peaks,which reduced the accuracy of the CD-SAXS measurements.An optimal accuracy was obtained at 12 keV with a smaller beam size.Using an effective trapezoid model,the results yielded an average pitch of 100.4±0.2 nm,width of 49.8±0.2 nm,height of 130.0±0.2 nm,and a sidewall angle below 1.1°±0.1°.These results provide crucial guidance for the future development of CD-SAXS laboratories and the construction of X-ray machines as well as robust support for research in related fields.展开更多
X-ray detectors,as crucial elements in medical imaging and industrial fields,can be categorized into direct and indirect types.Direct detectors,which directly convert X-ray photons into electrical signals,exhibit high...X-ray detectors,as crucial elements in medical imaging and industrial fields,can be categorized into direct and indirect types.Direct detectors,which directly convert X-ray photons into electrical signals,exhibit high sensitivity and low detection limits,enabling the capture of high-resolution images and reducing radiation exposure to patients.Organic copper halides,recognized as potential active materials for X-ray detection,have been widely explored in the indirect scintillation field but remain under-explored in direct X-ray detector applications.In this work,(C12H12N)3Cu3I6is demonstrated as an efficient semiconductor for direct X-ray detection with excellent stability.A lateral-structured X-ray detector was fabricated with gold electrodes,which exhibits a maximum sensitivity of 1464.14μC·Gy-1·cm-2,a lowest detection limit of 19.8 nGy·s-1,a high on-off ratio of 2140,and an excellent operational stability of retaining 96%performance after 600 s continuous X-ray radiation.Furthermore,the detector successfully imaged a 0.1 mm“F”-shaped lead sheet,validating its capacity for X-ray imaging.This study highlights the potential of(C12H12N)3Cu3I6as a promising semiconductor for high-performance direct X-ray detection,expanding the application scope of organic copper halides in this critical field.展开更多
This comprehensive study investigates the formation and evolution of intermetallic compounds during the solidification process of magnesium alloys using advanced micro X-ray computed tomography.By analyzing both commo...This comprehensive study investigates the formation and evolution of intermetallic compounds during the solidification process of magnesium alloys using advanced micro X-ray computed tomography.By analyzing both common industrial Mg-Al-Zn alloys and a novel rare earth-containing Mg-Ni-Gd-Y alloy,we aim to characterize the nucleation,growth,and distribution of Al-Mn and eutectic intermetallics across various stages of solidification.The non destructive imaging technique employed in this research provides high-resolution,three-dimensional insights into the microstructural development,allowing for a detailed examination of the morphology,spatial arrangement,and interconnectivity of intermetallic phases.This approach overcomes limitations of traditional two-dimensional metallographic methods,offering a more comprehensive understanding of the complex three-dimensional structures formed during solidification.展开更多
Multimodal luminescent materials are crucial for advanced information encryption,real-time dosimetry,and high-resolution bioimaging,yet integrating orthogonal stimulus-responsiveness into a single-component system is ...Multimodal luminescent materials are crucial for advanced information encryption,real-time dosimetry,and high-resolution bioimaging,yet integrating orthogonal stimulus-responsiveness into a single-component system is challenging.Herein,we report a Pr3+-doped Ca3Ga2Ge3O12(CGGO:Pr3+)garnet phosphor that exhibits orthogonally addressable luminescence under ultraviolet(UV)light,X-ray radiation,and thermal stimulation.This phosphor demonstrates dual spectrally distinct emissions with relative intensities that can be precisely modulated by varying the excitation wavelength or ambient temperature,enabling color tuning from blue to orange.Furthermore,time-resolved multi-color afterglow after UV or X-ray pre-excitation,along with thermally stimulated luminescence,provides complementary readout channels.Notably,CGGO:Pr3+exhibits dose-rate-and temperature-dependent color evolution(from blue-white to orange-white)under concurrent UV and X-ray irradiation,facilitating real-time naked-eye monitoring of both X-ray dose rate and temperature.By leveraging these orthogonal response modes,we demonstrate visual real-time X-ray dose and temperature detection,high-security X-ray imaging,and 3D-encrypted quick response codes.This study establishes CGGO:Pr3+as a versatile single-component platform for orthogonal stimuli-responsive applications,advancing the fields of dynamic information encryption and instantaneous X-ray dose-rate visualization.展开更多
In this study,we investigated novel luminescence properties of GdTaO4,a material with high density and high effective atomic number,doped singly and triply with Eu3+,Er3+,and Tm3+(GTO:RE,RE=Eu,Er,and Tm).S...In this study,we investigated novel luminescence properties of GdTaO4,a material with high density and high effective atomic number,doped singly and triply with Eu3+,Er3+,and Tm3+(GTO:RE,RE=Eu,Er,and Tm).Single-doped samples,GTO:Eu,GTO:Er,and GTO:Tm,exhibit distinct red,green,and blue color emissions with high purity,respectively.For the tr iple-doped samples,we obtain a high tunability of emission color depending on the excitation wavelength.The emission hue changes in the order of bluepurple-cyan-white-yellow-green-magenta with the increase in the excitation wavelength in the nearultraviolet(NUV)range.Furthermore,we observe a significant X-ray-excited luminescence for GTO:RE.Our findings suggest that GTO:RE can be a multimodal phosphor providing versatile luminescence properties,such as the colorful emission hue change and dual excitation luminescence under both NUV and X-ray excitations.展开更多
Thanks to the high quantum efficiency,large migration lifetime,excellent X-ray absorption capability,and ease of crystal growth,perovskite scintillators have received widespread attention in recent years and have beco...Thanks to the high quantum efficiency,large migration lifetime,excellent X-ray absorption capability,and ease of crystal growth,perovskite scintillators have received widespread attention in recent years and have become highly competitive X-ray detection scintillators.Compared with traditional inorganic scintillators,the tunable structure and diverse chemical composition of perovskite scintillators are unique advantages in optimizing their scintillation performance.Fully understanding the relationship between scintillation characteristics with structure and chemical composition of perovskite scintillators is the key to achieve high-sensitivity detection and high-resolution imaging.The latest progress and future prospect of key performance indicators such as light yield and spatial resolution in perovskite X-ray indirect detection and imaging are reviewed herein.First,the basic principles of X-ray indirect detection and the key performance parameters of X-ray indirect detectors are discussed.Then,the methods to improve the light yield of perovskite scintillators are discussed from the aspects of the characteristics of perovskite materials themselves,the introduction of ion doping to adjust the perovskite structure,and the improvement of scintillation preparation processes.We further discuss how to suppress fluorescence crosstalk to improve the spatial resolution of X-ray imaging from the aspects of material size,scintillation preparation process,and scintillation structure.Finally,we emphasize the challenges that current perovskite scintillators still face and provide prospects for their future development.展开更多
基金supports from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(22375220,U2001214,22471302)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(2024B1515020101)Open Project Fund from State Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Materials and Technologies(OEMT-2024-KF-08).
摘要Formamidinium lead iodide(FAPbI3)perovskite exhibits an impressive X-ray absorption coefficient and a large carrier mobility-lifetime product(μτ),making it as a highly promising candidate for X-ray detection application.However,the presence of larger FA+cation induces to an expansion of the Pb-I octahedral framework,which unfortunately affects both the stability and charge carrier mobility of the corresponding devices.To address this challenge,we develop a novel low-dimensional(HtrzT)PbI3 perovskite featuring a conjugated organic cation(1H-1,2,4-Triazole-3-thiol,HtrzT+)which matches well with theα-FAPbI3 lattices in two-dimensional plane.Benefiting from the matched lattice between(HtrzT)PbI3 andα-FAPbI3,the anchored lattice enhances the Pb-I bond strength and effectively mitigates the inherent tensile strain of theα-FAPbI3 crystal lattice.The X-ray detector based on(HtrzT)PbI3(1.0)/FAPbI3 device achieves a remarkable sensitivity up to 1.83×105μC Gyair−1 cm−2,along with a low detection limit of 27.6 nGyair s−1,attributed to the release of residual stress,and the enhancement in carrier mobility-lifetime product.Furthermore,the detector exhibits outstanding stability under X-ray irradiation with tolerating doses equivalent to nearly 1.17×106 chest imaging doses.
基金Project supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant Nos.2022YFA1603601,2021YFF0601203,and 2021YFA1600703)。
摘要The unique advantage of x-ray ghost imaging(XGI)is its potential in low dose radiology.One of the practical ways to reduce the radiation exposure is to reduce the measurements while remaining sufficient image quality.Synthetic aperture x-ray ghost imaging(SAXGI)is invented to achieve megapixel XGI with limited measurements,which is expected to implement XGI simultaneously with large field of view and low radiation exposure.In this paper,we experimentally investigate the effect of measurements reduction on the spatial resolution and image quality of SAXGI with standard sample and biomedical specimen.The results with a resolution chart demonstrated that at 360 measurements,SAXGI successfully retrieved the sample image of 1960×1960 pixels with spatial resolution of 4μm.With measurement reduction,the spatial resolution deteriorates but the sparser structures are still discernable.Even with measurements reduced to 10,a spatial resolution of 10μm can still be achieved by SAXGI.A biomedical sample of a fish specimen is employed to evaluate the method and the fish image of 2000×1000 pixels with an SSIM of 0.962 is reconstructed by SAXGI with 770measurements,corresponding to an accumulative exposure reduction of more than 2 times.With the measurements reduced to 10 which corresponds to 1/160 of the accumulative radiation exposure for conventional radiology,bulky structure like the fish skeleton can still be definitely discerned and the SSIM for the reconstructed image still retained 0.9179.Results of this paper demonstrate that measurements reduction is practicable for the radiation exposure reduction of the sample,which implicates that SAXGI with limited measurements is an efficient solution for low dose radiology.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NNSFC)under Grant Numbers 42322408,42188101,and 42441809Additional support was provided by the Climbing Program of the National Space Science Center(NSSC,Grant No.E4PD3005)as well as the Specialized Research Fund for State Key Laboratories of China.
摘要A large-scale view of the magnetospheric cusp is expected to be obtained by the Soft X-ray Imager(SXI)onboard the Solar wind Magnetosphere Ionosphere Link Explorer(SMILE).However,it is challenging to trace the three-dimensional cusp boundary from a two-dimensional X-ray image because the detected X-ray signals will be integrated along the line of sight.In this work,a global magnetohydrodynamic code was used to simulate the X-ray images and photon count images,assuming an interplanetary magnetic field with a pure Bz component.The assumption of an elliptic cusp boundary at a given altitude was used to trace the equatorward and poleward boundaries of the cusp from a simulated X-ray image.The average discrepancy was less than 0.1 RE.To reduce the influence of instrument effects and cosmic X-ray backgrounds,image denoising was considered before applying the method above to SXI photon count images.The cusp boundaries were reasonably reconstructed from the noisy X-ray image.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22435005,22193042,22201284,22305105,22405108,22175177,22125110,22122507U21A2069)+4 种基金the Key Research Program of Frontier Sciences of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(No.ZDBS-LY-SLH024)the Natural Science Foundation of Fujian Province(No.2023J05076)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2019YFA0210402)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangxi Province(Nos.20224BAB213003,20232BAB213020)Jiangxi Provincial Education Department Science and Technology Research Foundation(No.GJJ2200384)。
摘要Lead-free perovskite has become a shining pearl in the field of direct X-ray detection due to its nontoxicity and excellent optoelectronic properties.However,the high limit of detection(LoD)of X-ray detectors due to high current noise caused by high operating voltages is a major challenge to overcome.Here,we utilized a zero-dimensional lead-free perovskite ferroelectric material(NMP)3Sb2Br9(1,NMP=Nmethylpyrrolidine)to achieve ultra-low Lo D self-driven X-ray detection.The self-driven detection mode without external bias has been proven to be an effective means of reducing Lo D due to its low current noise characteristics.Additionally,the zero-dimensional distinctive isolated framework results in a high resistivity of 1.39×1011Ωcm,which effectively reduces the current noise and suppresses ion migration.By further combining the ferroelectric-induced bulk photovoltaic effect,the 1-based detector achieves an ultra-low Lo D X-ray detection of 84.1 n Gyair/s under the self-driven mode,which represents a quite advanced level in the lead-free perovskite X-ray detection region.Our work successfully achieved ultra-low Lo D self-driven X-ray detection by combining ferroelectricity with high resistance,providing a promising avenue for the development of low Lo D X-ray detectors.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(62375032,61975023)Natural Science Foundation of Chongqing(No.CSTB2023TIAD-KPX0017,CSTB2022NSCQ-MSX0360)The Open Fund of the State Key Laboratory of High Field Laser Physics(Shanghai Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics).
摘要Indirect X-ray imaging is an indispensable non-destructive testing technology in the medical and industrial fields.However,its quality is restricted by the light output and optical crosstalk of the scintillation screens.Herein,we report a series of hafnium-based organic-inorganic metal halides(OIMHs)with regulated organic cation chain lengths.The thermally activated delayed fluorescence(TADF)is demonstrated in these materials by their anti-thermal quenching luminescence characteristics,fitting of temperature-dependent photoluminescence decay lifetime,and a series of theoretical calculations.These represent non-luminescent triplet excitons that can be emitted by reverse intersystem crossing(RISC),thus improving the utilization rate of excitons and increasing the light output of scintillators.The highest performance of our reported hafnium-based OIMHS shows a light yield of 56563.31±1250 photons/MeV and detection limit of 23.86 nGyair/s.Moreover,the optical crosstalk is suppressed by developing silicon array scintillation screens,and an ultra-high spatial resolution of 31.41 lp/mm is achieved.These results offer insights into the luminescent mechanism of hafnium-based OIMHs and initiate a new paradigm for exciton-optical co-management for high-quality X-ray imaging.
基金Project supported by the Natural Science Basic Research Program—General Program(Grant No.2025JC-YBMS712)。
摘要Spectral distortions in photon-counting detectors(PCDs)fundamentally limit the quantitative accuracy of material identification.While machine learning is used for compensation,current data-driven methods often lack physical constraints,limiting their interpretability and reliability across varying conditions.To address this issue,we propose a physics-informed neural network(PINN)framework that explicitly embeds the Beer-Lambert law into the learning architecture.By integrating an explicit differential layer to extract high-order curvature features from distorted spectra,the model enables direct inference of the effective atomic number and areal density.This approach effectively leverages the Z-dependent non-linear profile of the photoelectric effect,even when explicit absorption edges are outside the primary detection window.Simulation results establish a high-precision benchmark for Zeffestimation in the target low-Z range(613),with an RMSE of 0.2111.Experimental validation on a CdZnTe-PCD further demonstrates that this accuracy improvement is preserved under realistic pulse pile-up and noise conditions,achieving an RMSE of 0.2457 and an R2of 0.9670.Compared with conventional physical correction methods(typically±0.5 error margin),the proposed framework provides improved precision,with 92.86%of Zeffestimation errors falling within±0.4,corresponding to an approximately 20%tighter error bound.These results confirm that the proposed framework effectively mitigates spectral distortion,providing a robust,calibration-free solution for precise material identification of low-Z materials in industrial non-destructive testing.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.62373366,92371207)the Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province of China(No.2024JJ2064)。
摘要In order to autonomously calibrate the airborne clocks of deep space explorers,this paper proposes an X-ray pulsar-based airborne clock error estimation method.A pulse phase propagation model incorporating the clock error is derived.Given that both the clock noise and the pulsar timing noise are of power-law spectral densities,their combination is modeled as a Fractional Brownian Motion(FBM)with a fractional-order power spectral density.The clock error series is modeled as a Gaussian Process(GP)with a mean function in the form of 2-order polynomial and an FBM-based covariance function.Finally,the clock error and the hyperparameters of GP are fast estimated by an iterated estimation method.The proposed method is validated via the real clock error data of the G05 satellite in the Global Positioning System(GPS)and the real data of pulsars from the Neutron star Interior Composition ExploreR(NICER).
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.12105267)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.11975006)+2 种基金Major Special Program of Science and Technology of Gansu Province(No.1ZD8JA002)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.lzujbky-2020-pd02)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2019M653792)。
摘要In clinical diagnosis,conventional X-ray absorption-contrast computed tomography(XACT)technology cannot effectively differentiate diseased tissues from the healthy ones.X-ray phase-contrast CT(XPCT)and dual-energy CT(DECT),emerging X-ray imaging technologies with superior diagnostic capabilities,address this issue through different principles.While both XPCT and DECT have advantages and disadvantages in medical applications,their systematic comparison is lacking.Using GEANT4 and MATLAB,in this study,we established an X-ray phase-contrast imaging(XPCI)model based on single-mask and single-shot edge illumination for fast XPCT imaging,comparing it with DECT on soft-tissue phantom.XACT served as a reference for comparison.The study introduces an evaluation system using statistical measures including absolute error,mean absolute error,structure similarity index measure,peak signal-to-noise ratio,and contrast-to-noise ratio.Results show XPCT images are superior to DECT.The XPCI model can be improved on existing medical CT for widespread medical application.
基金supported by China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2025M771640)Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation(ZR2025LZN029)+2 种基金Shandong Postdoctoral Innovative Seed Cultivation Program(SDZZ-ZR-202601026)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,Chang’an University(300102214908,300102215203)Key Laboratory of Special Area Highway Engineering,Ministry of Education,Chang'an University(300102213506).
摘要To enhance the application value of CT technology in road engineering and offer significant technical support for digital characterization and visual examination of the microstructure of asphalt mixtures,the operational principles of X-ray CT and its applications related to the development of digital models for asphalt mixtures were introduced.The factors influencing the quality of CT images of asphalt mixtures have been systematically summarized,and the impact of various scanning process parameters on image quality was analyzed.The characteristics and application scope of CT image quality enhancement and threshold segmentation techniques were elucidated.The primary applications of X-ray CT in the context of digital models of asphalt mixtures were discussed,including phase analysis(encompassing air voids,aggregates,and additives),damage assessment(addressing freeze-thaw damage,mechanical damage,and crack healing),dimensional measurement(such as asphalt mortar thickness and pavement surface texture depth),and virtual experimentation(including finite element and discrete element methods).Additionally,the current state of research and the challenges associated with the use of X-ray CT in the analysis of the microstructure of asphalt mixtures were examined.This study serves as a valuable reference for future investigations into the application of X-ray CT in the digital characterization and analysis of asphalt mixtures.
基金Project supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(11974315)。
摘要Glass scintillators have the advantages of low cost,simplified manufacturing,and high transparency,but their luminescent efficiency is limited due to high host phonon energy.To develop novel glass scintillator materials,glass-ceramics(GC)is an effective route that combines the high efficiency of the crystalline phases and high transparency and easy processing of the glass matrix.This article explored the photoluminescent property and scintillating performance of GC scintillators based on Ce3+-doped Sr0.84(Lu,Gd)0.16F2.16 crystalline phases.Molecular dynamics simulations were employed to investigate the phase separation of oxyfluoride glass matrix,which helps to design GC materials with high performance.The X-ray excited luminescence(XEL)intensity of samples increases from 63%to 133%(as compared to industrial standard Bi4Ge3O12 crystals)by adjusting the concentrations of Gd3+and Ce3+ions and thermal treatment temperature profiles.The optimal sample with high transmittance(exceeds 73%in visible region),short lifetime(60 ns),excellent thermal stability(93%at 423 K),satisfactory resistant irradiation stability and high spatial resolution(20 lp/mm)for X-ray imaging is obtained.Above results demonstrate that Ce3+-doped Sr0.84(Lu,Gd)0.16F2.16 GC scintillators have potential for practical applications in X-ray imaging field.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Numbers:52473309,52303379National University Research Fund of China,Grant/Award Numbers:GK202309001,GK202201015,GK202309022+4 种基金Fundamental Innovation Project in the School of Materials Science and EngineeringNew Star Project of Science and Technology of Shaanxi Province,Grant/Award Number:2025ZC-KJXX-101Shaanxi Normal University Graduate Pilot Talent Fund Project-Excellent Doctoral Dissertation Cultivation Project,Grant/Award Number:LHRCYB23004Key project of National Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Number:U21A20102111 Project,Grant/Award Number:B21005。
摘要Compared with three-dimensional(3D)perovskites,low-dimensional perov-skites can effectively enhance device stability and reduce leakage current due to the shielding effect of A-site cations and high resistivity,thus showing broad application prospects in the field of high-energy radiation detection.In this study,high-quality lead-free A3Sb2X9 type single crystals(SCs)with large size are grown via a solution method.The manipulation mechanism of charge transport in these low-dimensional perovskite SCs by ion radius,coordination ability,and charge distribution characteristics is systematically investigated.Furthermore,the collaborative optimization mechanism of x-ray detection per-formance through crystal structure design and charge transport performance manipulation is elaborately revealed,which provides an important foundation for designing high-quality and low-toxicity perovskite SCs to achieve high signal-to-noise ratio(SNR)x-ray detectors.Therefore,under the premise of maintaining superior stability and high resistivity,the optimized lead-free low-dimensional perovskite SCs achieve comparable detection performance to that of lead-based perovskites.Specifically,the fabricated SC x-ray detectors exhibit high resistivity(1011Ωcm),largeμτproduct(7.9×10-3 cm2 V-1),high detec-tion sensitivity(3073μC Gy-1 cm-2),ultra-low detection limit(0.37 nGy s-1),and negligible dark current drift(6.8-10-8 nA cm-1 s-1 V-1).This rare combination of superior properties enables the SC detector to achieve high-resolution(7.5 lp mm-1)x-ray imaging.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(No.ZR2024MB006)Jinan Research Leader's Studio(No.2019GXRC053)+3 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22125110,21833010,22075285,52202194)Fujian Science&Technology Innovation Laboratory for Optoelectronic Information of China(No.2021ZR126)the Key Research Program of Frontier Sciences of CAS(No.ZDBS-LY-SLH024),Strategic Priority Research Program of CAS(No.XDB20010200)the Natural Science Foundation of Fujian Province(No.2023J02028).
摘要The immense potential of one-dimensional(1D)hybrid lead halide perovskites(HLHPs)in single crystal X-ray detection is hindered by their relatively low charge transport abilities and needle-like morphology.Alloying mixed cations in 1D HLHP is expected to realize superior charge mobility and large single crystals.Herein,we report a 1D HLHP of(ATZ)(EA)4Pb3I11(1)with thiazol-2-aminium(ATZ)+and ethanaminium(EA)+as the mixed cations,demonstrating an exceptional 1D HLHP for high-performance X-ray detector.The H…I hydrogen bonds with a fraction of 69.7%are stronger than those in 1D HLHPs containing solely(ATZ)+or(EA)+cations.The single crystal of 1 posesses remarkable semiconducting properties,including a high resistivity(1.94×1011Ωcm)and a large mobility-lifetime product(2.22×10−4cm2/V),which contribute to the outstanding X-ray detection,manifested by a high sensitivity of 1356μC Gyair−1cm−2and an ultra-low dark current drift of 5.01×10−8nA cm-1 s−1V−1.
基金financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22376153,U23A20104,22206144,22276132,22306139,22076131)Science Foundation of the Higher Education Institutions of Jiangsu Province(No.22KJA150006)+2 种基金Gusu Innovation and Entrepreneurship Leading Talent Program Project(No.ZXL2024406)Suzhou Fundamental Research Project(No.SJC2023001)a Project Funded by the Priority Academic Program Development of Jiangsu Higher Education Institutions(PAPD)。
摘要The intrinsic scintillation property of uranium has recently endowed this heaviest naturally occurring element with new opportunities for X-ray radiation detection and visualization.However,the low radiation stability of most uranium compounds hinders their practical application,particularly in X-ray imaging.Here,we presented a flexible two-dimensional uranium-organic framework(UOF,SCU-334)as an air-stable scintillating material for X-ray detection and,for the first time,a systematic investigation of X-ray imaging in UOFs.Following continuous high dose rate X-ray irradiation exceeding 50 Gy,which equals thousands of chest X-ray diagnoses,SCU-334 retains over 90%of its initial performance,representing a significant improvement over previously reported scintillating UOFs.The upgraded radiation resistance of SCU-334 is attributed to its flexible structure that dissipates energy more efficiently under high-energy particle bombardment through conformation fluctuation and relaxation.This work offers a promising approach to improve the radiation resistance of uranium-based scintillators.
基金supported in part by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.12305349,12235006,12027812)Shenzhen Science and Technology Program(No.JSGGKQTD20210831174329010)Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(No.2021TQ06Y108).
摘要This study aims to investigate the responses of a perovskite-based direct-conversion dual-layer flat-panel detector(DL-FPD)numerically.To this end,the X-ray sensitivity,spatial resolution quantified by the modulation transfer function(MTF),and detective quantum efficiency(DQE)of the DL-FPD are evaluated numerically using a linear cascade model.In addition,both the single-crystal(SC)and polycrystalline(PC)structures of MAPbI3are investigated,along with various other key parameters such as the material thickness,electric field strength,X-ray beam spectrum,and electronic readout noise.The results demonstrate that SC perovskite consistently exhibits better performance than PC perovskite owing to fewer material defects.Increasing the layer thickness may decrease the MTF,but can also enhance the sensitivity and DQE.Moreover,appropriately increasing the external electric field within the material can improve the sensitivity,MTF,and DQE.Finally,reducing the electronic readout noise can significantly enhance the DQE for low-dose imaging.This study demonstrates the potential of high-quality dual-energy X-ray imaging using direct-conversion perovskite DL-FPDs.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.12175295)the National Key R&D Program of China(2021YFA1601000)the Shanghai Municipal Science and Technology Major Project。
摘要With the development of the semiconductor industry below the 7 nm scale,critical dimension small-angle X-ray scattering(CD-SAXS)has emerged as a powerful tool for quantitatively measuring nanoscale deviations.In this study,the effects of X-ray beam size and photon energy on the accuracy of critical dimension measurements were investigated.Critical dimensions measured using beams with different spot sizes showed different deviations from the expected values.Beam sizes that were either too large or too small did not improve confidence intervals.As the incident energy increased,the X-ray transmission rate increased,while the scattering cross section decreased,resulting in a gradual decrease in the signal-to-noise ratio of the diffraction peaks,which reduced the accuracy of the CD-SAXS measurements.An optimal accuracy was obtained at 12 keV with a smaller beam size.Using an effective trapezoid model,the results yielded an average pitch of 100.4±0.2 nm,width of 49.8±0.2 nm,height of 130.0±0.2 nm,and a sidewall angle below 1.1°±0.1°.These results provide crucial guidance for the future development of CD-SAXS laboratories and the construction of X-ray machines as well as robust support for research in related fields.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(62305195)the Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation(ZR2022QF036 and ZR2025MS1001)Shandong Provincial Youth Innovation Technology Program(2024KJN010).
摘要X-ray detectors,as crucial elements in medical imaging and industrial fields,can be categorized into direct and indirect types.Direct detectors,which directly convert X-ray photons into electrical signals,exhibit high sensitivity and low detection limits,enabling the capture of high-resolution images and reducing radiation exposure to patients.Organic copper halides,recognized as potential active materials for X-ray detection,have been widely explored in the indirect scintillation field but remain under-explored in direct X-ray detector applications.In this work,(C12H12N)3Cu3I6is demonstrated as an efficient semiconductor for direct X-ray detection with excellent stability.A lateral-structured X-ray detector was fabricated with gold electrodes,which exhibits a maximum sensitivity of 1464.14μC·Gy-1·cm-2,a lowest detection limit of 19.8 nGy·s-1,a high on-off ratio of 2140,and an excellent operational stability of retaining 96%performance after 600 s continuous X-ray radiation.Furthermore,the detector successfully imaged a 0.1 mm“F”-shaped lead sheet,validating its capacity for X-ray imaging.This study highlights the potential of(C12H12N)3Cu3I6as a promising semiconductor for high-performance direct X-ray detection,expanding the application scope of organic copper halides in this critical field.
基金Project(2023YFB4606200)supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of ChinaProject(2023-SSRF-HZ-503114-2)supported by Shanghai Synchrotron Radiation Facility,Instrument BL16U2,China。
摘要This comprehensive study investigates the formation and evolution of intermetallic compounds during the solidification process of magnesium alloys using advanced micro X-ray computed tomography.By analyzing both common industrial Mg-Al-Zn alloys and a novel rare earth-containing Mg-Ni-Gd-Y alloy,we aim to characterize the nucleation,growth,and distribution of Al-Mn and eutectic intermetallics across various stages of solidification.The non destructive imaging technique employed in this research provides high-resolution,three-dimensional insights into the microstructural development,allowing for a detailed examination of the morphology,spatial arrangement,and interconnectivity of intermetallic phases.This approach overcomes limitations of traditional two-dimensional metallographic methods,offering a more comprehensive understanding of the complex three-dimensional structures formed during solidification.
基金financially supported by the National Nature Science Foundation of China(NSFC)(Grant No.52473253)Yunnan Major Scientific and Technological Projects(Grant No.202402AB080011)Sichuan Science and Technology Program(Grant No.2025NSFSC2075)。
摘要Multimodal luminescent materials are crucial for advanced information encryption,real-time dosimetry,and high-resolution bioimaging,yet integrating orthogonal stimulus-responsiveness into a single-component system is challenging.Herein,we report a Pr3+-doped Ca3Ga2Ge3O12(CGGO:Pr3+)garnet phosphor that exhibits orthogonally addressable luminescence under ultraviolet(UV)light,X-ray radiation,and thermal stimulation.This phosphor demonstrates dual spectrally distinct emissions with relative intensities that can be precisely modulated by varying the excitation wavelength or ambient temperature,enabling color tuning from blue to orange.Furthermore,time-resolved multi-color afterglow after UV or X-ray pre-excitation,along with thermally stimulated luminescence,provides complementary readout channels.Notably,CGGO:Pr3+exhibits dose-rate-and temperature-dependent color evolution(from blue-white to orange-white)under concurrent UV and X-ray irradiation,facilitating real-time naked-eye monitoring of both X-ray dose rate and temperature.By leveraging these orthogonal response modes,we demonstrate visual real-time X-ray dose and temperature detection,high-security X-ray imaging,and 3D-encrypted quick response codes.This study establishes CGGO:Pr3+as a versatile single-component platform for orthogonal stimuli-responsive applications,advancing the fields of dynamic information encryption and instantaneous X-ray dose-rate visualization.
基金Project supported by the Basic Science Research Program through the National Re search Foundation of Korea (NRF)funded by the Ministry of Education (2021R1A6A1A10044154,RS-2023-00250770,RS-2024-00460891)
摘要In this study,we investigated novel luminescence properties of GdTaO4,a material with high density and high effective atomic number,doped singly and triply with Eu3+,Er3+,and Tm3+(GTO:RE,RE=Eu,Er,and Tm).Single-doped samples,GTO:Eu,GTO:Er,and GTO:Tm,exhibit distinct red,green,and blue color emissions with high purity,respectively.For the tr iple-doped samples,we obtain a high tunability of emission color depending on the excitation wavelength.The emission hue changes in the order of bluepurple-cyan-white-yellow-green-magenta with the increase in the excitation wavelength in the nearultraviolet(NUV)range.Furthermore,we observe a significant X-ray-excited luminescence for GTO:RE.Our findings suggest that GTO:RE can be a multimodal phosphor providing versatile luminescence properties,such as the colorful emission hue change and dual excitation luminescence under both NUV and X-ray excitations.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52275562)the Shenzhen Science and Technology Program,China(JCYJ20230807143603007)+1 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province,China(2022CFB047)the Natural Science Foundation of Wuhan,China(2024040801020282)。
摘要Thanks to the high quantum efficiency,large migration lifetime,excellent X-ray absorption capability,and ease of crystal growth,perovskite scintillators have received widespread attention in recent years and have become highly competitive X-ray detection scintillators.Compared with traditional inorganic scintillators,the tunable structure and diverse chemical composition of perovskite scintillators are unique advantages in optimizing their scintillation performance.Fully understanding the relationship between scintillation characteristics with structure and chemical composition of perovskite scintillators is the key to achieve high-sensitivity detection and high-resolution imaging.The latest progress and future prospect of key performance indicators such as light yield and spatial resolution in perovskite X-ray indirect detection and imaging are reviewed herein.First,the basic principles of X-ray indirect detection and the key performance parameters of X-ray indirect detectors are discussed.Then,the methods to improve the light yield of perovskite scintillators are discussed from the aspects of the characteristics of perovskite materials themselves,the introduction of ion doping to adjust the perovskite structure,and the improvement of scintillation preparation processes.We further discuss how to suppress fluorescence crosstalk to improve the spatial resolution of X-ray imaging from the aspects of material size,scintillation preparation process,and scintillation structure.Finally,we emphasize the challenges that current perovskite scintillators still face and provide prospects for their future development.