Effect of Bi 3+ on the physical, mechanical, and dielectric properties of cadmium silicate glasses for energy storage devices

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate how bismuth affects the physical and mechanical properties of cadmium silicate glasses.
• Conducted experiments on cadmium silicate glasses with varying amounts of bismuth oxide.
• Measured changes in polarizability, dielectric properties, and mechanical strength.
• Analyzed softening effects through thermal assessments.
• Observations indicate increased polarizability with bismuth addition.
• Dielectric constant significantly improved, indicating better energy storage potential.
• Enhanced thermal relaxation was noted, signifying improved material performance.