Impedance characterization of Cr3+, Y3+ and Zr4+ activated forsterite nanoceramics synthesized by sol–gel method

The synthesis of forsterite-based ceramic nanopowders using sol–gel method assisted by further thermal treatment has been performed. X-ray diffraction and SEM analysis of the obtained nanopowders are presented. Detailed impedance spectroscopy study of the forsterite nanoceramics doped with Cr3+, Y3+ and Zr4+ ions has been carried out. Impedance spectra are interpreted in terms of equivalent circuits. Peculiarities of the electrical properties for each of the materials under study are discussed.