Photoplasticity Behavior in Inorganic Semiconductors: Unraveling Fundamental Mechanisms across Ionic and Covalent Systems

Key Points

• The aim is to understand the photoplasticity behavior in inorganic semiconductors based on their bonding character.
• Examined different inorganic semiconductor materials including ionic and covalent systems.
• Analyzed the effects of light exposure on dislocation-mediated plastic flow.
• Investigated carrier-defect interactions in various semiconductor configurations.
• Photoplasticity behavior varies significantly based on the type of bonding in the semiconductor.
• Ionic II–VI compounds showed distinct responses compared to covalent systems under light exposure.
• Carrier-defect interactions played a crucial role in the plastic flow changes observed.