Gamma irradiation-induced structural and defect modulation in β-TeO 2 thin films at different annealing temperatures

Key Points

• The research aims to explore how gamma irradiation affects the structure and defects in β-TeO2 thin films at various annealing temperatures.
• Thermal vacuum deposition used to create TeO2 thin films on glass substrates.
• Optimized deposition parameters implemented for film quality.
• Different annealing temperatures applied to assess structural changes.
• Gamma irradiation resulted in notable structural changes in the thin films.
• Defect density was modulated effectively by varying annealing temperatures.
• The study indicates improved material properties for potential applications.