Tuning the phase composition and particle characteristics of partially stabilized yttria and ceria co-doped zirconia nanocrystals via a sol–gel process with sodium chloride as an additive

Sol-gel zirconia-based nanopowders with potential applications for sensors

“…Zirconium oxide (ZrO 2 ) has been intensely explored for a wide range of practical applications in different important fields (fuel cells, catalysis, oxygen sensors, nanoelectronic devices, thermo luminescent UV dosimeters, etc.) [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9]. In order to improve the application potential, the particle characteristics and phase structure of the zirconia material can be tuned either by the synthesis method chosen [3], or during preparation, in different ways: doping with some oxides, introducing additives, changing the calcination temperature [4].…”