Simulating microgravity conditions for crystal growth

Applying a high magnetic field simulates microgravity conditions that suppress melt convection in germanium single crystal growth, thus reducing defect formations.

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Scilight
Published
2026-03-16
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1063/10.0043194
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Solidification and crystal growth phenomena
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Simulating microgravity conditions for crystal growth

Katherine De Lange
Scilight
Solidification and crystal growth phenomena
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Simulating microgravity conditions for crystal growth

Katherine De Lange
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Abstract

Applying a high magnetic field simulates microgravity conditions that suppress melt convection in germanium single crystal growth, thus reducing defect formations.

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Solidification and crystal growth phenomena
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