A rare-earth double perovskite ferroelastic for low-bias X-ray detection

Key Points

• The study aims to create lead-free materials for X-ray detection with high sensitivity and low voltage requirements.
• Developed a rare-earth double perovskite compound for testing.
• Evaluated sensitivity and operational voltage of the new materials under X-ray exposure.
• Compared performance with existing lead-based materials.
• Demonstrated significantly improved sensitivity in lower bias conditions compared to traditional materials.
• Achieved lower operating voltage, promoting environmental safety.
• Validated the ferroelastic nature as beneficial for X-ray detection.