Chemistry of Materials,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
34(22), P. 10190 - 10199
Published: Nov. 7, 2022
Near-infrared
(NIR)
phosphor-converted
light-emitting
diodes
(pc-LEDs)
are
a
highly
efficient
perspective
NIR
light
source,
with
application
hindered
by
narrow
emission
band.
In
this
work,
we
broaden
the
of
new
series
phosphors
controlling
crystal
structure
disorder
through
cation
cosubstitution.
By
substituting
Ga3+
(Al0.68In0.32)3+,
create
Ga2–x(Al0.68In0.32)xO3:Cr3+
phosphor
in
which
average
size
is
maintained,
while
varies.
The
increased
deviation
radii
substitution
leads
to
electron–phonon
coupling,
resulting
spectrum
covering
650–1000
nm
range
30%
increase
full
width
at
half-maximum
(FWHM)
and
relatively
high
internal
quantum
efficiency
∼80%.
A
transition
from
β
phase
α
phase,
differs
undoped
parent,
created
pressure
possesses
ultra-broad-band
an
FWHM
∼190
nm.
This
work
shows
that
bandwidth
can
be
controlled
its
influence
on
Stokes
shift,
as
captured
effective
Huang–Rhys
factor.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
35(36)
Published: July 21, 2023
Abstract
Luminescence
(nano)thermometry
is
a
remote
sensing
technique
that
relies
on
the
temperature
dependency
of
luminescence
features
(e.g.,
bandshape,
peak
energy
or
intensity,
and
excited
state
lifetimes
risetimes)
phosphor
to
measure
temperature.
This
provides
precise
thermal
readouts
with
superior
spatial
resolution
in
short
acquisition
times.
Although
thermometry
just
starting
become
more
mature
subject,
it
exhibits
enormous
potential
several
areas,
e.g.,
optoelectronics,
photonics,
micro‐
nanofluidics,
nanomedicine.
work
reviews
latest
trends
field,
including
establishment
comprehensive
theoretical
background
standardized
practices.
The
reliability,
repeatability,
reproducibility
are
also
discussed,
along
use
multiparametric
analysis
artificial‐intelligence
algorithms
enhance
readouts.
In
addition,
examples
provided
underscore
challenges
faces,
alongside
need
for
continuous
search
design
new
materials,
experimental
techniques,
procedures
improve
competitiveness,
accessibility,
popularity
technology
Coordination Chemistry Reviews,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
469, P. 214671 - 214671
Published: June 21, 2022
Transition
metal
(TM)
ion
activated
phosphors
are
increasingly
being
used
as
probes
for
luminescence
thermometry.
Their
is
characterized
by
strong
absorption
and
emission
bands
that
span
the
visible
near-infrared
spectral
ranges
highly
susceptible
to
temperature
variations.
Due
latter
characteristic,
sensitive
reliable
remote
measurements
can
be
performed
observing
temperature-induced
changes
in
TM
intensities,
bandwidths
bandshifts,
excited
state
lifetimes,
well
dependences
of
intensity
ratios
between
various
single
or
double
phosphors.
This
review
provides
a
systematic
analysis
performances
luminescent
thermometers
based
on
different
ions
discusses
relations
among
spectroscopic
properties,
characteristics
host
material
structure,
thermometric
performance.
Particular
attention
given
engineering
energy
transfer
other
dopant
obtain
thermometers.
Finally,
several
typical
application
examples
from
recent
literature
highlighted.
Abstract
Ratiometric
luminescence
thermometry
with
trivalent
lanthanide
ions
and
their
4f
n
energy
levels
is
an
emerging
technique
for
non-invasive
remote
temperature
sensing
high
spatial
temporal
resolution.
Conventional
ratiometric
often
relies
on
thermal
coupling
between
two
closely
lying
governed
by
Boltzmann’s
law.
Despite
its
simplicity,
Boltzmann
excited
allows
precise
sensing,
but
only
within
a
limited
range.
While
low
temperatures
slow
down
the
nonradiative
transitions
required
to
generate
measurable
population
in
higher
excitation
level,
that
are
too
favour
equalized
populations
of
levels,
at
expense
relative
sensitivity.
In
this
work,
we
extend
concept
more
than
provide
quantitative
guidelines
link
choice
gaps
multiple
states
performance
different
windows.
By
approach,
it
possible
retain
sensitivity
precision
measurement
over
wide
range
same
system.
We
demonstrate
using
YAl
3
(BO
)
4
(YAB):Pr
3+
,
Gd
6
P
J
crystal
field
spin-orbit
split
UV
avoid
black
body
background
even
highest
temperatures.
This
phosphor
easily
excitable
inexpensive
powerful
blue
LEDs
450
nm.
Zero-background
realized
blue-to-UV
transfer
upconversion
Pr
−Gd
couple
upon
visible
method
us
cover
window
30
800
K.
Abstract
Cr
3+
activated
near‐infrared
(NIR)
phosphors
are
getting
unprecedented
attention
to
fabricate
the
broad
band
NIR
light
emitting
diodes
(NIR‐LEDs)
for
nondestructive
detection,
bio‐imaging,
and
night
vision.
However,
it
remains
a
major
challenge
obtain
ultrabroadband
phosphor
with
excellent
quantum
yield
(QY).
Here,
broadband
Mg
7
Ga
2
GeO
12
:Cr
(MGGO:
)
ranging
from
600
1300
nm
an
outstanding
QY
(93%)
large
full
width
of
half
maximum
(FWHM
=
226
nm)
is
developed,
in
which
site
occupancy
tendency
MGGO
host
discussed
detail
through
combining
structure
optimization
first‐principles
theory
calculation
luminescent
properties
at
low
temperature.
After
that,
emission
intensity
MGGO:Cr
improved
partial
substitution
2+
by
alkaline‐earth
ions
Ca
,
Sr
or
Ba
luminescence
enhancement
mechanism
also
investigated.
Furthermore,
pc‐LED
device
fabricated
450
blue
LED
chip
brightest
/Ba
its
potential
applications
evaluated
field
vision,
bio‐imaging.
Inorganic Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
62(2), P. 893 - 903
Published: Jan. 4, 2023
To
date,
non-contact
luminescence
thermometry
methods
based
on
fluorescence
intensity
ratio
(FIR)
technology
have
been
studied
extensively.
However,
designing
phosphors
with
high
relative
sensitivity
(Sr)
has
become
a
research
hotspot.
In
this
work,
Eu3+
single-doped
Ca2Sb2O7:Eu3+
Sr
value
for
dual-emitting-center
are
developed
and
proposed.
The
anti-thermal
quenching
behavior
of
originating
from
the
energy
transfer
(ET)
host
→
is
found
proved
in
designed
phosphors.
Interestingly,
adjustable
color
emission
blue
to
orange
can
be
achieved.
Surprisingly,
degree
gradually
reduces
240
127%
as
doping
content
increases
0.005
0.05
mol,
attributed
most
being
located
low
symmetrical
[Ca1O8]
dodecahedral
site.
According
differentiable
responses
temperature,
maximal
reaches
3.369%
K-1
(383
K).
Moreover,
ambient
temperature
intuitively
predicted
by
observing
emitting
color.
Owing
excellent
performance
optical
thermometry,
color-tunable
properties,
outstanding
acid
alkali
resistance
polydimethylsiloxane
(PDMS)
films,
expected
prospective
candidates
thermometers
LED
devices
various
conditions.
Advanced Optical Materials,
Journal Year:
2021,
Volume and Issue:
10(5)
Published: Dec. 22, 2021
Abstract
Luminescence
thermometry
allows
the
remote
monitoring
of
temperature
and
holds
promise
to
drive
next
generation
future
nano
or
micrometric
devices.
Materials
able
sense
are
usually
based
on
one
several
lanthanide
ions
allowing
a
ratiometric
measurement.
Optimizing
thermometric
features
is
achieved
through
serendipity
approach,
but
it
still
appears
difficult
accurately
predict
sensing
performance.
Through
combination
experiment
theoretical
calculations,
first
example
an
energy‐driven
luminescent
molecular
thermometer
[Tb
0.94
Eu
0.06
(bpy)
2
(NO
3
)
]
(bpy
=
2,2′‐bipydine)
displaying
exceptional
thermal
cyclability
around
room
reported,
for
which
properties
could
be
theoretically
forecasted.
This
work
provides
comprehensive
guidelines
that
can
easily
extended
any
dual‐center
in
energy
transfer
drives
performance
opening
avenue
smart
engineering
Dalton Transactions,
Journal Year:
2021,
Volume and Issue:
50(33), P. 11412 - 11421
Published: Jan. 1, 2021
The
high-sensitivity
and
wide-temperature-range
dual-mode
optical
thermometry
for
novel
double
perovskite
SrLaLiTeO
6
:Mn
4+
,Dy
3+
phosphor
was
exploited.
Notably,
the
relative
sensitivity
(
S
R
)
values
can
be
manipulated
by
different
excitation
wavelength.
Advanced Optical Materials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
11(24)
Published: Oct. 11, 2023
Abstract
Transition
metal
chromium
(Cr)
ion‐doped
inorganic
materials
exhibit
distinct
tunable
broadband
near‐infrared
luminescence,
and
they
have
promising
applications
including
nondestructive
composition
analysis,
night
vision,
biomedicine,
plant
illumination,
afterglow
anticounterfeiting.
Currently,
the
most
critical
issue
is
to
optimize
their
full
width
at
half
maxima,
thermal
stability,
internal/external
quantum
efficiency.
This
review
systematically
summarizes
strategies
effectively
improve
photoluminescence
performance
of
near‐infrared‐emitting
with
transition
ions.
Key
examples
design
preparation
Cr
luminescence
different
modes,
a
detailed
discussion
properties
luminescent
materials,
summary
generic
help
explore
novel
efficient
Cr‐doped
phosphor
are
provided.
Next,
latest
developments
trends
in
these
presented
for
variety
application
scenarios.
Finally,
future
research
directions
new
challenges
faced
also
discussed.