Abstract
We have observed flux line lattice (FLL) structure in two different types of Bi2Sr2CaCu2O8+δ (Bi-2212) single crystals with different pinning by using a Bitter decoration technique. We have also observed the microstructure and analyzed local chemical composition with wave dispersive spectroscopic analyses. In a low Jc sample, we found two types of line defects, one with Ca-rich and the other with Ca-deficient. These defects extended almost parallel to the growth direction, which caused a distortion in the FLL structure. In contrast, no such defects were observed in the matrix in a high-Jc sample, and a relatively ordered FLL was observed.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 353-358 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Physica C: Superconductivity and its applications |
Volume | 392-396 |
Issue number | PART 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2003 Oct 1 |
Externally published | Yes |
Event | Proceedings of the 15th International Symposium on Superconduc - Yokohama, Japan Duration: 2002 Nov 11 → 2002 Nov 13 |
Keywords
- Bi-2212
- Bitter decoration technique
- Line defect
- Magneto-optical imaging
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Energy Engineering and Power Technology
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering